Nepal discusses ways to further consolidate bilateral ties with China

Kathmandu, June 18: Nepal and China have discussed ways to further consolidate bilateral relations based on mutual friendship, goodwill and cooperation, said Foreign Minister Shisir Khanal in Kathmandu.
He made these remarks while speaking to the media on Wednesday at Tribhuvan International Airport on his return from China after a four-day visit. “During the visit, both sides shared common views in matters pertaining to further consolidating Nepal-China relations based on mutual friendship, goodwill and cooperation,” Khanal said.
Reiterating its commitment to the one-China policy, Nepal made it clear that it would not allow any activity directed against China inside its territory, he said.
China also reiterated its strong support for the Himalayan nation’s sovereignty, territorial integrity and independence, according to Khanal. Beijing also expressed full support for the priorities set by Nepal in the areas of good governance and economic development, he added.
Khanal said that both sides discussed expanding cooperation in various sectors, including connectivity, border management, energy, trade, investment, agriculture, technology transfer, information technology and digitalisation.
Tourism, chemical fertiliser, petroleum and natural gas exploration and people-to-people ties were also covered, he added. (PTI)