Russian ambassador calls on Speaker Ghimire

Russian ambassador calls on Speaker Ghimire

Kathmand, Sept 4 :

Russia’s ambassador to Nepal, Aleksei Novikov, today paid a courtesy call on Speaker of the House of Representatives, Devraj Ghimire.

During the meeting held at the Singha Durbar, the two exchanged views on matters relating to Nepal-Russia relations and on the parliamentary practices in both countries.

Stating the Russian Federation is the old friend of Nepal, the Speaker said both countries enjoyed a cordial relations since they established the diplomatic ties in 1956.

He expressed gratitude for Russia’s significant contributions to Nepal’s development, including support provided during the 2015 earthquake and the COVID-19 pandemic.

The Russian ambassador also highlighted the importance of parliamentary exchanges between the two nations. The Russian envoy said the Russia visit by National Assembly Chairperson Ganesh Prasad Timilsina in April was significant in this regard.

According to him, a high-level delegation from Russia is preparing to visit Nepal in course of the implementation of bilateral agreements reached during the NA Chair’s visit.

Rastriya Samachar Samiti (RSS)

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