Kathmandu:British ambassador to Nepal, Rob Fenn, paid a courtesy call on Vice President Ramsahay Prasad Yadav at the Vice President’s Office in Lainchaur today.
According to National News Agency Nepal, the discussions between Vice President Yadav and Ambassador Fenn covered a range of topics including bilateral relations, the British Gurkhas, climate change, socio-economic development, and other issues of mutual interest.
Vice President Yadav highlighted the longstanding diplomatic ties between Nepal and the UK, established in 1816, which are grounded in traditional friendship, mutual respect, and cooperation. He expressed gratitude for the UK’s ongoing support in Nepal’s developmental efforts.
Nepal is eager to enhance cooperation with the UK for mutual benefits in areas such as climate change and socio-economic development, Yadav noted.
Ambassador Fenn conveyed his government’s willingness to aid Nepal in its reconstruction efforts following the Bhotekoshi flood. He also mentioned that the UK plans to support Nepal’s ‘Mountain to Sea’ climate agenda at the upcoming COP-31 UN climate event in Turkey.