Lalitpur: Minister for Foreign Affairs Dr Arzu Rana Deuba has called for identifying and effectively utilising the potential of Nepal’s youth for the country’s development. Addressing an event organised by the Nepal Youth Foundation, she described youth as the country’s great capital and the foundation for achieving the nation’s goal of prosperity.
According to National News Agency Nepal, Nepal’s large population of youth could make a significant contribution to building the future of the country. On the increasing trend of youth migration for foreign employment, Dr Rana expressed that while she is not against the youth going abroad, it is crucial for them to return home after acquiring knowledge, skills, and capital. She emphasized the importance of using these acquired skills to develop and prosper their homeland.
Referring to returnee migrant workers who have successfully embarked on entrepreneurial journeys using their foreign-acquired skills and capital, Dr Rana pledged government support for such initiatives. She praised Nepali youths for excelling in technology, education, sports, and entrepreneurship, and for showcasing their capabilities on an international level.
Dr Rana also commended Nepali migrant workers for earning global recognition as hardworking and honest individuals. She urged youth and students to maintain a positive mindset, learn life skills from global educational institutions, and avoid spending excessive time on social media. Instead, she encouraged them to focus on expanding their knowledge and skills.
The Nepal Youth Foundation, which organised the event, has long been providing vocational training to underprivileged and disadvantaged children and youth in Nepal, addressing their basic needs in education, health, and employment.