Ganesh Prasad Dhakal

Nepal and Switzerland convened their fifth Bilateral Consultation Mechanism meeting in Kathmandu, marking 70 years of diplomatic relations. The discussions focused on bilateral cooperation, Nepal's governance reforms, anti-corruption measures, transparency, digital transformation, and public service delivery, alongside key economic sectors like hydropower, tourism, and IT. Both nations agreed to expedite pending agreements and discussed climate change and multilateral cooperation.

Nepal and Norway held their second Bilateral Consultation Mechanism meeting in Kathmandu, reaffirming their commitment to strengthen bilateral ties and expand cooperation. Discussions focused on development, renewable energy, climate resilience, and exploring new avenues in the green economy, including clean energy transition and electric mobility.

Italy's 80th Republic Day was celebrated in Kathmandu, aiming to bolster relations between Nepal and Italy. The event, organized by the Honorary Consulate of Italy and the Nepal-Italy Chamber of Commerce, saw discussions on increasing cooperation in hydropower, tourism, and infrastructure, with Italy expressing a desire to elevate diplomatic and economic ties.