Nepal and Denmark Hold Third Bilateral Consultations Meeting in Kathmandu

Kathmandu. The third meeting of the bilateral consultation mechanism between Nepal and Denmark has concluded in Kathmandu. According to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, detailed discussions were held on mutual relations between the two countries, economic cooperation, and further strengthening relations in the coming days during the meeting held on Tuesday.

The meeting was co-chaired by Ganesh Prasad Dhakal, Head of the Europe Division and Joint Secretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, on behalf of Nepal, and Christian Tobias Bayer Tygesson, Director for Asia, Oceania, Latin America and the Caribbean of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Denmark, on behalf of Denmark.

Officials from various ministries including foreign affairs were present in the Nepali delegation, while the non-resident Ambassador of Denmark to Nepal, Rasmus Abildgaard Kristensen, and other officials from the Danish Embassy in New Delhi were present on behalf of Denmark.

Both sides expressed satisfaction reviewing the warm and friendly relations that have existed between Nepal and Denmark since the establishment of diplomatic relations in 1967.

They have also expressed their commitment to further deepen bilateral relations and cooperation in the coming days. Similarly, both countries have agreed to specially celebrate the 60th anniversary of the establishment of their diplomatic relations in 2027.

Connecting to the context of the formation of new governments in both countries after recent elections, both sides expressed confidence that the new political mandate will play a role in improving bilateral relations. Both sides understand that new energy will be gained to increase cooperation in areas of mutual interest, embracing a shared commitment to good governance, transparency, sustainable development, and democratic values.

During the discussions, the Nepali side provided information about the economic reforms being undertaken by the government and the steps taken to create a favorable environment for foreign direct investment. Detailed discussions were held between the delegations of both countries on opportunities to further strengthen economic cooperation, especially in the areas of clean energy, trade and investment, tourism, information technology, and digital innovation.

During the consultations, views were also exchanged on regional and global issues of common interest, including climate change, achievement of Sustainable Development Goals, and cooperation in multilateral forums between Nepal and Denmark.

After the meeting, Dhakal, the head of the Nepali delegation, hosted a luncheon in honor of the Danish team. A Memorandum of Understanding to establish a bilateral consultation mechanism between Nepal and Denmark was signed on June 11, 2018.