KATHMANDU: Foreign Minister Dr. Arzu Rana Deuba informed a parliamentary committee on Friday that the government has initiated a study, in coordination with the Ministry of Home Affairs and the Ministry of Labour, to assess the situation of Nepali nationals who are illegally residing in countries that are not official labor destinations.
Speaking at a meeting of the International Relations and Tourism Committee under the House of Representatives in Singha Durbar, Minister Rana said that the study aims to identify and address the issues faced by such migrants.
She also announced the formation of a committee under the coordination of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs that includes representatives from relevant government bodies.
The committee’s goal is to recommend effective solutions to challenges related to foreign employment.
Minister Rana said efforts are being made to strengthen Nepal’s foreign policy and expand its outreach, especially in light of changing global dynamics. She noted that adequate human resources have been deployed to enhance consular services for Nepali citizens abroad.
Highlighting recent shifts in international political landscapes, the foreign minister stressed the need to adapt Nepal’s diplomatic approaches and cooperation models accordingly.
Rana further noted that since assuming office, she has intensified diplomatic engagement with Nepal’s international partners and the broader global community.
She added that the recent “Sagarmatha Samaad” hosted by Nepal served as a platform to elevate the country’s agenda on climate change and its impact on Himalayan nations to the global stage.
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