Nepal's Foreign Minister Shisir Khanal Advocates for Stronger Ties with India
'We're children of the same rivers': Nepal FM Shisir Khanal eyes for strong ties with 'rising' India
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During his visit to India, Nepal's Foreign Minister Shisir Khanal emphasized the need for a development-focused partnership with India, highlighting strong cultural ties and the importance of economic cooperation. He aims to move past traditional geopolitical tensions to foster robust bilateral relations.
- 01Shisir Khanal described Nepal and India as 'children of the same rivers', emphasizing their deep cultural and civilizational ties.
- 02Khanal aims to prioritize economic transformation and connectivity in Nepal's engagement with India, moving beyond outdated geopolitical rivalries.
- 03Recent achievements include the operationalization of cross-border digital payment transactions and the completion of 72 health-sector projects with Indian assistance.
- 04Discussions with India's External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar covered trade, energy partnerships, and people-to-people ties.
- 05An MoU was signed to enhance collaboration in digital public infrastructure and emerging technologies between Nepal and India.
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Nepal’s Foreign Minister Shisir Khanal, during his official visit to India, called for a development-focused partnership, recognizing India as a 'rising' economic and technological power. He emphasized the strong cultural and civilizational ties between the two nations, stating, 'We are children of the same rivers.' Khanal's discussions with India's External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar included vital topics such as trade, cross-border connectivity, and energy partnerships. He announced the operationalization of cross-border digital payment transactions, which will facilitate UPI-style transactions beneficial to citizens and entrepreneurs in both countries. Furthermore, Khanal highlighted the completion of 72 health-sector projects in Nepal with Indian support following the 2015 earthquake. The minister reaffirmed Nepal's commitment to moving beyond traditional geopolitical tensions to focus on economic growth and robust bilateral cooperation, aiming for practical results that benefit both nations.
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The partnership aims to enhance economic opportunities and connectivity for citizens in both Nepal and India.
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