Nepal’s Foreign Minister Bimala Rai Paudyal, accompanied by a high-level delegation, is set to arrive in India on Sunday for a crucial visit. The next day, on Monday, she will engage in bilateral talks with Indian External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar. This significant meeting aims to strengthen the relationship between the two neighboring countries.
During their discussions, the foreign ministers of Nepal and India are expected to cover a wide range of topics, including trade, energy, connectivity, and border management. The talks will also focus on enhancing people-to-people ties and exploring new areas of cooperation.
Notably, this visit comes at a time when Nepal is navigating its relations with both India and China. The country is seeking to balance its ties with its two powerful neighbors while pursuing its own development goals.
The meeting between Deuba and Jaishankar is seen as an opportunity to reaffirm the strong bonds between Nepal and India, built on shared history, culture, and geography. The talks are expected to yield positive outcomes, further solidifying the friendship and cooperation between the two nations.
The visit is also significant as it comes ahead of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s planned visit to Nepal, scheduled for later this year. The meeting between the foreign ministers will likely lay the groundwork for the prime minister’s trip, setting the stage for even stronger bilateral relations.