Japanese Foreign Minister KAMIKAWA Embarks on Official Visit to Nepal

Japan’s Minister for Foreign Affairs, KAMIKAWA Yoko, is set to touch down in Kathmandu today, responding to a cordial invitation extended by Nepal’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Foreign Affairs, Narayan Kaji Shrestha. The visit marks a significant milestone in diplomatic relations between the two nations, fostering deeper ties and cooperation on various fronts.

During her stay, Minister KAMIKAWA is slated to engage in crucial discussions with Nepal’s top leadership, including President Ramchandra Paudel and Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal ‘Prachanda’. Additionally, bilateral talks with Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Foreign Affairs Shrestha are on the agenda, where matters of mutual interest and concern will be deliberated upon.

This visit holds particular significance as it marks Minister KAMIKAWA’s maiden voyage to Nepal since assuming office as Japan’s Foreign Minister. The trip underscores Japan’s enduring commitment to bolstering its partnership with Nepal and supporting the country’s development endeavors.

Japan’s steadfast support for Nepal’s growth trajectory has been evident over the years. Since the establishment of diplomatic relations in 1956, Japan has played a pivotal role in various sectors, ranging from education and healthcare to infrastructure and energy. Nepali Ambassador to Japan, Dr. Durga Bahadur Subedi, attests to Japan’s comprehensive assistance, emphasizing its contributions to Nepal’s economic and social development.

The high-level visit by Minister KAMIKAWA is anticipated to further fortify the close and amicable ties between Nepal and Japan. It symbolizes a renewed commitment to collaboration and underscores the shared aspirations for prosperity and progress.

Following the conclusion of her visit, Minister KAMIKAWA will depart from Kathmandu later today, carrying with her the spirit of cooperation and friendship that defines the enduring bond between Nepal and Japan.