President Paudel Receives Annual Report from Gurkha Brigade, Discusses Nepal-UK Ties

Kathmandu, February 9: Major General Gerald M Strickland of the British Army, along with his delegation, presented the annual report of the Gurkha Brigade to President Ramchandra Paudel.

On the occasion, President Paudel noted that Nepal and the United Kingdom have been cooperating on issues related to development, human welfare, and peace in international forums, and both nations share a common view on establishing world peace through the United Nations peacekeeping force.

He mentioned the centuries-old close relationship between Nepal and the United Kingdom, expressing gratitude to the UK, which is also a significant development partner, for its continuous contribution to Nepal's development.

The President's Private Secretariat stated that he expressed happiness that the British Gurkhas have further strengthened bilateral relations between Nepal and Britain through their commendable work, and mentioned that the presence of Nepalis in the United Kingdom further solidifies the people-to-people ties between the two countries.

He stated that discussions are ongoing at the diplomatic level to address some legitimate grievances of former British Gurkhas and that he believes it would be appropriate for this matter to reach a conclusion soon through bilateral mechanisms.

The President thanked the UK government for presenting the 2025 annual report of the Gurkha Brigade and stated that the relevant bodies would study the report as necessary.

On the occasion, British Army Major General Gerald M Strickland praised the British Gurkha soldiers, stating they are always at the forefront. He mentioned that he tells the youth recruited into the British Gurkhas that they are the sons and daughters of Nepal, and noted that the British public expresses affection and respect towards the Gurkha Nepalis. British Ambassador to Nepal, Rob Fenn, was also present on the occasion.

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