Nepal Envoy Affirms Strong Ties with India Despite Political Changes
Ties with India unaffected, says Nepal Envoy ahead of Foreign Secretary’s Kathmandu visit
The Hindu
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Nepal's Ambassador to India, Shankar Sharma, stated that bilateral relations remained stable despite political upheaval following the September 2025 government change in Nepal. He emphasized the importance of energy cooperation in maintaining these ties as he prepares to conclude his tenure in India.
- 01Nepal's relations with India remained stable during political unrest.
- 02Shankar Sharma is concluding his tenure as Nepal's envoy to India.
- 03Energy cooperation is a key aspect of Nepal-India relations.
- 04The statement was made ahead of a visit by India's Foreign Secretary to Kathmandu.
- 05Political changes in Nepal did not impact diplomatic ties with India.
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Nepal's Ambassador to India, Shankar Sharma, confirmed that the country's diplomatic relations with India were unaffected during the political turmoil that followed the unseating of the K. P. Sharma Oli-led government in September 2025. Speaking on April 27, 2026, Sharma highlighted the significance of energy cooperation in strengthening bilateral ties. As he prepares to return to Nepal next month after completing his tenure, Sharma expressed optimism about the future of Nepal-India relations, particularly in the energy sector. His remarks come ahead of an anticipated visit by India's Foreign Secretary to Kathmandu, indicating ongoing diplomatic engagement between the two nations.
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Stable Nepal-India relations could enhance economic cooperation, particularly in the energy sector, benefiting both nations.
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