MoFA briefs ministers on 'Foreign Affairs and Diplomatic Code of Conduct'
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) has made a presentation to all the ministers of the government led by Prime Minister Balendra Shah regarding the 'Foreign Affairs and Diplomatic Code of Conduct'.
Secretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Amrit Bahadur Rai gave a presentation at the program held today at the Prime Minister and Council of Ministers' office in Singha Durbar, said Deepa Dahal, the Press Expert to Prime Minister Shah.
Secretary Rai gave a detailed presentation on the international context, Nepal's international relations, the promotion of national interests, and Nepal's overall foreign policy.
He provided detailed information regarding the methods, limits and diplomatic decorum to be followed while conducting foreign policy.
In his presentation, Foreign Secretary Rai had given special emphasis to the priorities of Nepal's foreign policy, the balance of relationships and the technical aspects of diplomatic protocol.
In addition, during meetings with foreign officials, matters ranging from general etiquette to mandatory subjects of diplomatic protocol were presented among the ministers.
Deputy Speaker election scheduled for Friday
Speaker Dol Prasad Aryal has scheduled the election for the post of Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives in accordance with Rule 8 of the Rules of Procedure of the House of Representatives, 2079 for Friday.
Speaker Aryal read out a letter at the House of Representatives meeting regarding the alteration of the Cabinet's order of precedence, received from the President's Office.
On behalf of Prime Minister Balendra Shah, Minister for Agriculture and Livestock Development and for Forests and Environment, Geeta Chaudhary, has presented the 'Seventh Annual Report of the National Natural Resources and Finance Commission, 2082'.
Finance Minister Dr Swarnim Wagle presented a proposal seeking permission to present the 'Alternative Development Finance Mobilisation Bill, 2082'.
Today's meeting has been postponed, with the next meeting of the House of Representatives scheduled for Friday at 4pm.
Ambassadors/Heads of Diplomatic Mission pay joint courtesy call on PM Shah
Ambassadors/Heads of Diplomatic Mission resident in Kathmandu paid a joint courtesy call on Prime Minister Balendra Shah at his Office in Singha Durbar today.
Ambassadors/Heads of Mission of India, Pakistan, Republic of Korea, United Kingdom, Qatar, Switzerland, France, Israel, Japan, Bangladesh, Germany, Egypt, Sri Lanka, Saudi Arabia, China, United States of America and United Nations were present for the joint call on.
The Ambassadors/Heads of Missions congratulated the Prime Minister and conveyed greetings and messages from their respective heads of state/government.
They also expressed support and cooperation to the new Government in delivering results for the benefit of Nepali people.
Reiterating Nepal’s balanced and pragmatic foreign policy, the Prime Minister highlighted the importance of deepening relations with immediate neighbours, friendly countries and development partners based on trust, mutual respect and shared prosperity.
He expressed appreciation for the continued goodwill and support extended to Nepal’s development efforts.
Saying that peace must remain our shared priority, the Prime Minister emphasised the importance the Government attaches to the safety, security and wellbeing of Nepali workers and the larger Nepali diaspora abroad.
The Prime Minister also highlighted the Government’s determination to ensure good governance, achieve economic development and improve the livelihood of Nepali people.
Foreign Affairs Minister Shisir Khanal, Political Advisor to the Prime Minister Asim Shah, Chief Secretary Suman Raj Aryal, Foreign Secretary Amrit Bahadur Rai and other Government officials were present on the occasion.
WB Country Director Sislen calls on Minister Chaudhary
World Bank Country Director David Sislen paid a courtesy call on Minister for Agriculture and Livestock Development Gita Chaudhary today at the latter's office today.
During the meeting, discussions were held with focus on enhancing partnership between Nepal and the World Bank in the areas of agriculture and livestock development.
Furthermore, they also deliberated on promoting innovation, improving market management systems, mitigating the impacts of climate change and policy reforms aimed at advancing the agriculture sector, according to Minister Chaudhary's Private Secretariat.
The two sides exchanged views on strengthening nutrition networks and promoting inclusive agriculture development in Nepal, added the Secretariat.
