Italy's Republic Day Celebrated in Kathmandu

Kathmandu. Italy's 80th Republic Day was celebrated in Kathmandu on Tuesday evening with the objective of further strengthening the relationship between Nepal and Italy.

The special ceremony was organized at Hotel 'Aloft' in Thamel, jointly organized by the Honorary Consulate of Italy in Nepal and the Nepal-Italy Chamber of Commerce and Industry.

In the program, Joint Secretary Ganesh Prasad Dhakal of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs addressed on behalf of the Government of Nepal. He discussed the long-standing friendly relations between Nepal and Italy and stated that the Government of Nepal is ready to increase cooperation in the fields of hydropower, tourism, and infrastructure in the coming days.

Similarly, the Non-Resident Ambassador of Italy, Antonio Bartoli, praised Nepal's art, culture, and natural beauty, pointing out the abundant investment opportunities in Nepal. He said that Italy is willing to take the diplomatic and economic relations between the two countries to new heights and will give special emphasis to tourism and cultural exchange. 

Italy's Honorary Consul Pratima Rana Pandey coordinated the program. Diplomats, industrialists, and businessmen were present in large numbers at the ceremony.

As the main attraction of the ceremony, artists gave special cultural performances. On the occasion, participants tasted famous Italian dishes and discussed matters of common interest and friendship between the two countries.