Kathmandu, January 12 – In a significant diplomatic development, the Ambassador of Pakistan to Nepal, Abrar H. Hashmi, held a crucial meeting with Nepal’s Foreign Secretary, Seva Lamsal, today at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Kathmandu. The meeting focused on a comprehensive range of issues aimed at bolstering bilateral relations between the two South Asian nations.
According to the Pakistani Embassy in Kathmandu, the meeting delved into various aspects of the Nepal-Pakistan relationship. Both parties expressed their commitment to enhancing cooperation in key areas such as education, trade, tourism, and climate change. Additionally, discussions included plans to reactivate existing bilateral mechanisms to facilitate smoother collaboration between the two nations.
A notable highlight of the meeting was the emphasis on revitalizing the South Asian Regional Cooperation Organization (SAARC). The diplomats from Nepal and Pakistan underlined the importance of SAARC as a platform for fostering regional cooperation and development. The discussions specifically targeted strategies to increase collaboration within SAARC to address shared challenges and opportunities.
Ambassador Hashmi presented a letter from Pakistan’s Foreign Secretary, Muhammad Cyrus Qabaji, to Secretary Lamsal during the meeting. The letter outlined Pakistan’s commitment to strengthening diplomatic ties and underscored the importance of mutual collaboration in various sectors.
As both nations look forward to a strengthened partnership, the meeting sets the stage for increased collaboration and engagement in the coming months. The commitment to activating existing bilateral mechanisms and leveraging the SAARC platform reflects the shared vision of Nepal and Pakistan to contribute positively to regional stability and development.
