Kathmandu:The Armed Police Force Nepal and the Indian Seema Surakshya Bal (SSB) have commenced their 10th bilateral coordination meeting with the goal of improving border security and management, curbing cross-border crime, and enhancing cooperation between the security agencies of the two nations.
According to National News Agency RSS, the meeting will evaluate current efforts on border security management, addressing illegal activities, human trafficking, drug smuggling, and the illegal weapons trade. Discussions will focus on maintaining peace and order in border regions.
The two-day meeting will also cover the removal of encroachments in no-man’s land, protection and maintenance of border pillars, and the effectiveness of coordination meetings and information exchange to mitigate pandemic and disaster risks. Additional topics include strengthening coordination through activities like sports competitions to improve relations with border communities and enhance mutual cooperation.
The agenda includes strategies for strengthening border security, regulating illegal third-country national movements, utilizing technology for border management, and improving disaster preparedness. Talks will also address setting up help desks at border crossings for travelers.
Spokesperson Karki emphasized the importance of ongoing contact, trust, and coordination to address border challenges. The meeting aims to bolster traditional Nepal-India relations and enhance security agency cooperation for peace and security in border areas.
The Nepali delegation is led by Inspector General Narayan Datta Paudel and includes representatives from various governmental departments. The Indian delegation, led by Sanjay Singhal, comprises officials from the Ministry of Home Affairs, Ministry of External Affairs, and the Indian Embassy in Kathmandu.