Let's move together Nepal-India to reduce the impact of climate change: President Paudel

On that occasion, President Paudel said that Nepal-India should work together to reduce the impact of climate change. "Since the safety of mankind depends on the protection of mountains and water, it is necessary for both countries to work together to reduce the effects of climate change", Press advisor Kiran Pokharel said quoting President Paudel's statement.

President Paudel mentioned that there has been a relationship between Nepal and India from time immemorial to the people's level and expressed the belief that the relationship between the two countries will be strengthened during the tenure of Secretary Misri.

President Paudel said that the friendship and cooperation between the two countries should be strengthened for mutual benefit and prosperity. He said that modernization of agriculture, infrastructure development, hydropower, trade, investment, tourism and human development are the priorities of Nepal. He mentioned that there is a lot of potential for hydropower development, sustainable and easy energy trade in Nepal.

On that occasion, Indian Foreign Secretary Misri expressed his commitment to work together on climate change mitigation as it is a challenge for both countries. Among the many schemes of the Nepal government, such as energy, agriculture, tourism, India is also a priority for Nepal. He said he was willing to do it. He also informed that India is willing to complete the ongoing projects soon and work on the remaining new priorities.

Press advisor Pokharel informed that the more harmonious the relationship between Nepal and India is, the more it will benefit the people of both countries.