Prathma Uprety

The SG H.E. Md. Golam Sarwar paid a courtesy call on the Foreign Minister of Nepal Hon. Mr. Shisir Khanal on 7 May 2026. He briefed the Hon. Minister on ongoing SAARC activities & the way forward. The Hon. Minister reaffirmed Nepal’s steadfast commitment to the SAARC process.

The 2nd Meeting of the #SAARC IGEG on Poverty Alleviation to finalize the first SAARC Development Report was held in Malé on 22–23 April 2026. Member States emphasized deeper regional collaboration to address shared vulnerabilities, build resilience, & promote inclusive growth.

Second Meeting of the SAARC Inter-Governmental Expert Group on Poverty Alleviation to finalize the First SAARC Development Report Details in Press Release: nepal.saarc-sec.org/index.php/pres…

Happy International Wellness Day. Message from the Hon. Foreign Minister @shisir of Nepal. @MofaNepal @amritrai555 @lokbchhetri @LokThapa2071 @krishnadhakal07 #nepalidiplomacy #Internationalwellnessday

Hon. Foreign Minister Mr Shisir Khanal addressed the 9th Indian Ocean Conference in Port Louis under the theme “Collective Stewardship for Indian Ocean Governance.” He highlighted Nepal’s deep and organic link between the Himalayas and the Indian Ocean, noting that ecological interdependence from melting glaciers to rising seas demands a shared global response. Reaffirming the rights of landlocked countries under UNCLOS, he called for inclusive, rules-based governance rooted in equity, international law and shared responsibility for our global commons. He also urged greater recognition of the mountain–ocean climate nexus, including through Nepal’s Sagarmatha Sambaad platform. “What melts in the mountains eventually rises in the seas,” he said. Read the full address: mofa.gov.np/content/1781/s…

Hon. Minister for Foreign Affairs Mr Shisir Khanal, currently in Port Louis, Mauritius for the 9th Indian Ocean Conference (10–12 April 2026), held a bilateral meeting with Dr S. Jaishankar, External Affairs Minister of India. Dr Jaishankar congratulated him on assuming office. The two leaders reviewed the longstanding, multifaceted Nepal–India relationship. Both sides held constructive and forward-looking discussions on matters of mutual interest, reaffirming their shared commitment to further strengthening bilateral cooperation between the two nations.

Statement regarding ceasefire agreement in West Asia Link: mofa.gov.np/content/1778/s…

Ambassadors/Heads of Diplomatic Mission resident in Kathmandu paid a joint courtesy call on Rt. Hon. Mr Balendra Shah, Prime Minister of Nepal, at his Office in Singhadurbar today. Ambassadors/Heads of Mission of India, Pakistan, Republic of Korea, United Kingdom, Qatar, Switzerland, France, Israel, Japan, Bangladesh, Germany, Egypt, Sri Lanka, Saudi Arabia, China, United States of America and United Nations were present for the joint call on. The Ambassadors/Heads of Missions congratulated the Rt. Hon. Prime Minister and conveyed greetings and messages from their respective heads of state/government. They also expressed support and cooperation to the new Government in delivering results for the benefit of Nepali people. Reiterating Nepal’s balanced and pragmatic foreign policy, the Prime Minister highlighted the importance of deepening relations with immediate neighbours, friendly countries and development partners based on trust, mutual respect and shared prosperity. He expressed appreciation for the continued goodwill and support extended to Nepal’s development efforts. Saying that peace must remain our shared priority, the Prime Minister emphasised the importance the Government attaches to the safety, security and well-being of Nepali workers and the larger Nepali diaspora abroad. The Prime Minister also highlighted the Government’s determination to ensure good governance, achieve economic development and improve the livelihood of Nepali people. Foreign Minister Hon. Mr Shisir Khanal, Political Advisor to the Prime Minister Mr Asim Shah, Chief Secretary Mr Suman Raj Aryal, Foreign Secretary Mr Amrit Bahadur Rai and other Government officials were present on the occasion. @PM_nepal_ @shisir @amritrai555 @lokbchhetri

नवनियुक्त मन्त्रिपरिषद्का माननीय सदस्यहरूका लागि परराष्ट्र मन्त्रालयले नेपालको परराष्ट्र सम्बन्धका प्राथमिकताहरू तथा कूटनीतिक आचारसंहिताका विभिन्न पक्षहरूबारे आज प्रधानमन्त्री तथा मन्त्रिपरिषद्को कार्यालयमा एक ब्रिफिङ कार्यक्रम आयोजना गर्‍यो। उक्त कार्यक्रममा विदेशी सरकार, कूटनीतिक नियोग तथा पदाधिकारीहरूसँग हुने सम्पर्क र भेटवार्ताका क्रममा अपनाइने शिष्टाचार तथा कूटनीतिक आचारसंहितासम्बन्धी विषयमा परराष्ट्र सचिव श्री अमृतबहादुर राईले प्रस्तुति दिनुभएको थियो। @PM_nepal_ @shisir @amritrai555 @lokbchhetri

Hon. Mr Shisir Khanal assumed office as the Minister for Foreign Affairs of Nepal today. Foreign Secretary Mr Amrit Bahadur Rai and senior officials warmly welcomed the Hon. Minister at the Ministry. The Foreign Secretary briefed the Hon. Minister on the work of the Ministry and assured him of their continued dedication and commitment in carrying out responsibilities under his leadership. Upon assuming office, the newly appointed Minister took a decision to expand the online system of the Department of Consular Services to ensure more efficient and effective service delivery. The Hon. Minister also instructed the MoFA team to work in a more innovative and impactful manner, in line with the aspirations of the people.

The Embassy of Japan and SAARC sign the Addendum of Renewed Memorandum on Guidelines for the SAARC-Japan Special Fund for the Purpose of JENESYS 2025 Phase II Details in below link: nepal.saarc-sec.org/index.php/pres…

Foreign Secretary Mr. Amrit Bahadur Rai presented the national report to the 51st Session of the Universal Periodic Review (UPR) Working Group of the Human Rights Council in Geneva today. Mr. Rai highlighted Nepal’s continued progress in protecting and promoting human rights, including advancing civil, political, social, economic and cultural rights and strengthening democratic institutions. @pmsushilakarki @amritrai555 @lokbchhetri

On the second day of the High-Level Meeting on “Forging Ambitious Global Partnerships for Sustainable and Resilient Graduation of Least Developed Countries” in Doha, Foreign Secretary @amritrai555 chaired a session titled “Fostering Resilient Graduation through Smooth Integration into Global Trade.” In the afternoon, Foreign Secretary Mr. Rai held a meeting with Ms. Rabab Fatima @USGRabab_UN, Under-Secretary-General and High Representative for LDCs, LLDCs, and SIDS. They discussed various issues related to LDC graduation and broader cooperation between Nepal and the United Nations. @PM_nepal_ @amritrai555 @lokbchhetri

Foreign Secretary @amritrai555 delivered his opening remarks at the High-level Meeting on “Forging Ambitious Global Partnerships for Sustainable and Resilient Graduation of Least Developed Countries” today in Doha, Qatar. Speaking as the Chair of the Global Coordination Bureau of LDCs, Foreign Secretary Mr. Rai underscored the persistent challenges facing the LDCs, including deep-rooted structural impediments, limited access to international markets, widening digital divides, resource constraints and increasing climate-related impacts. The Foreign Secretary called for stronger global solidarity and enhanced partnerships to ensure their smooth, sustained and irreversible graduation. @PM_nepal_ @amritrai555 @lokbchhetri

#SSWASDGForum | #SDC2025 In the 9th #SSWASDGForum, Ms Prathma Uprety @PrathmaU , Director, Information and Poverty Alleviation Division, SAARC @SaarcSec highlighted: 1️⃣ SAARC mechanisms — development funds, energy & disaster centers — offer ready platforms for cross-border collaboration & financing. 🤝💰 2️⃣ Energy cooperation can accelerate #SDG7 & #SDG13 — through renewable corridors, clean tech sharing & electricity trade. ⚡🌿 3️⃣ Disaster resilience & connectivity boost #SDG8, #SDG9 & #SDG11 — through early warnings, harmonized standards & resilient infrastructure. 🌊🏗️ 4️⃣ By scaling up regional financing, women’s empowerment & data sharing, South Asia can move faster, together toward a sustainable future. 🌍✨

Consultative Workshop on SAARC Development Report Held in Dhaka @SaarcSec diplomatnepal.com/news/consultat…

Press Release Consultative Workshop on the Preparation of the SAARC Development Report held in Dhaka Details in Press Release: saarc-sec.org/index.php/pres…

Call for Applications: SAARC Internship Programme- Winter Session 2025 For more details, please click the following link: saarc-sec.org/index.php/reso…

27 August 2025, Kathmandu, Nepal Inauguration of the SAARC Regional Workshop on Fostering Regional Agricultural Trade including Fortified Foods through Harmonized Food Safety Standards in South Asia Details in Press Release: saarc-sec.org/index.php/pres…

Joint Press Release SAARC and the Embassy of Japan sign the Addendum of Renewed Memorandum on Guidelines for the SAARC-Japan Special Fund for the Purpose of JENESYS 2025 Details in Press Release: saarc-sec.org/index.php/pres…