December 9, 2024
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US Asst. Secretary of State Lu arrives in Nepal  

Donald Lu, the United States Assistant Secretary of State for South Asia, testifies on US relations with India on Wednesday before the Senate Subcommittee on Near East, South Asia, Central Asia, and Counterterrorism. (Photo: SFRC)

His visit underscores the commitment to strengthening US-Nepal ties and advancing cooperation in key areas…reports Asian Lite News

US Assistant Secretary of State for South and Central Asian Affairs Donald Lu arrived in Kathmandu on Sunday on an official visit during which he will meet senior political leaders, officials and civil society members as part of efforts to strengthen bilateral ties. 

“A warm welcome to Nepal, Assistant Secretary of State for South and Central Asian Affairs, Donald Lu! On his diplomatic tour across South Asia, Lu is in Kathmandu to engage with Nepal’s senior leaders and civil society,” the US Embassy in Nepal wrote on X. 

His visit underscores the commitment to strengthening US-Nepal ties and advancing cooperation in key areas: environmental protection, women’s empowerment, cultural preservation, and sustainable development, it added. 

Lu arrived in Nepal following his visits to India and Sri Lanka in connection with his entourage to South Asian countries, according to Foreign Ministry sources. 

In Nepal, he will meet senior leaders of political parties, government officials and civil society members. 

He will also meet with youth leaders to gain insights into their vision for the future of US-Nepal relations, Foreign ministry sources said. 

“His discussions with Nepalese officials will emphasize the importance of cultural preservation, recognizing Nepal’s rich heritage as a cornerstone of its identity and a key driver of its tourism and economy,” it said. 

Last week, the US Department of State said Lu’s trip will strengthen cooperation with key partners in South Asia to promote regional prosperity and security, reads the note. 

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