Kathmandu: Chief of Army Staff Ashok Raj Sigdel has highlighted the unique nature of Nepal-China relations, which are based on the Panchasheel principles. He noted that the relationship between the Nepali Army and the Chinese People’s Liberation Army (PLA) is also strong.
According to National News Agency Nepal, during a reception at the Chinese Embassy celebrating the 98th anniversary of the PLA, the Army Chief acknowledged the support provided by the PLA to Nepal during the COVID-19 pandemic and post-earthquake recovery. The event was hosted by the Defense Attach© of the Embassy, Lyu Guozheng.
Chief Sigdel expressed gratitude for the Chinese government’s assistance in disaster management and post-disaster rescue through the PLA. He mentioned that the cooperation between the two military forces includes joint military exercises and collaboration on issues of mutual interest.
China’s Ambassador to Nepal, Chen Song, remarked that the PLA opposes authoritarianism and pursues peace and a shared future vision. He expressed his commitment to further strengthening the friendly relations between Nepal and China.
Defense Attach© Lyu Guozheng highlighted the PLA’s role in international peacekeeping and humanitarian aid, noting its deployment in conflict-affected regions under the United Nations’ call.