HB Tamrakar, YNN,Kathmandu, May 20 – Nepal’s Minister for Foreign Affairs, Dr. Arzu Rana Deuba, today held an important joint courtesy meeting with EU Ambassador to Nepal, H.E. Ms. Veronique Lorenzo, accompanied by resident and non-resident ambassadors of several European Union member states.
The meeting, held at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, signaled a strong and growing partnership between Nepal and the European Union, with discussions encompassing a wide range of strategic and developmental topics, including:
- 🌍 Climate Change and Green Energy Collaboration
- 💶 Foreign Direct Investment and Economic Partnerships
- 🚀 Nepal’s Graduation from LDC Status by 2026
- 🧑💼 Foreign Employment and Labour Rights
- 🔄 Technology Transfer and Innovation
Foreign Minister Dr. Deuba welcomed the EU delegation with warm appreciation, recognizing the EU as a key developmental partner and long-time friend of Nepal.
“Nepal is entering a new chapter in its development journey. Our partnership with the European Union is vital as we move forward on issues of climate resilience, sustainable investment, and social inclusion,” said Dr. Deuba in her remarks.
Ambassador Lorenzo, speaking on behalf of the EU delegation, reaffirmed the EU’s commitment to support Nepal in its post-LDC transition, pledging to deepen cooperation in trade, environmental protection, and education.
Highlights of the Meeting:
- Climate Action: Both sides emphasized joint action on mitigating the impacts of climate change, especially in the Himalayas.
- Green Energy: Discussions were held on expanding EU investment in Nepal’s renewable energy sector.
- Labour Mobility: Ways to ensure safer and regulated foreign employment opportunities for Nepali workers in EU countries were explored.
- Graduation Readiness: The EU praised Nepal’s preparedness to graduate from the Least Developed Country category and offered technical support in the transition.
- Women in Diplomacy: Minister Deuba, a long-time advocate for gender equality, highlighted the role of women leaders in international diplomacy and inclusive development.
The meeting concluded on a positive and forward-looking note, with both sides expressing readiness to accelerate cooperation on shared values of democracy, sustainability, and prosperity.
This engagement marks a significant milestone under the leadership of Foreign Minister Arzu Rana Deuba, whose global vision and diplomatic outreach are reinforcing Nepal’s presence and partnerships on the international stage.
