NEW DELHI: Nepal’s Foreign Minister Dr. Arzu Rana held separate bilateral meetings with Georgian Foreign Minister Maka Bochorishvili and Philippine Foreign Minister Enrique A. Manalo in New Delhi today.
The meetings took place on the sidelines of the Raisina Dialogue, organized by the Indian Ministry of External Affairs.
During her meeting with Georgian Foreign Minister Bochorishvili, Minister Rana discussed various issues of mutual interest and bilateral concern. She urged Georgia to support Nepal’s candidacy for the United Nations Security Council membership for the 2027-2029 term and other important positions.
Additionally, Minister Rana explored opportunities for joint investment and partnership between Nepal and Georgia in areas such as agriculture, hydropower, infrastructure construction, and tourism.
Raising the issue of climate change, Minister Rana highlighted the severe challenges Nepal has been facing due to its impacts. She called for Georgia’s support in amplifying Nepal’s voice on climate justice in international forums.
Similarly, in her meeting with Philippine Foreign Minister Enrique A. Manalo, Minister Rana highlighted that both Nepal and the Philippines are significantly affected by climate change. She proposed joint efforts to reduce its impact and foster collective cooperation.
The two ministers also discussed enhancing bilateral relations and economic partnerships between the two countries.
The Raisina Dialogue, held in New Delhi, serves as a platform for high-level discussions on various global issues, providing an opportunity for bilateral and multilateral engagement.
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