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May 18, 2024 ,
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There are few countries trying to play in Nepal-China relationship: CPC Deputy Minister Haiyan

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Sun Haiyan, Deputy Minister of the International Department of the Communist Party of China (CPC), said that other countries are trying to play the game in relation to Nepal and China.

While interacting with the leaders of various political parties in Kathmandu during her three-day visit to Nepal, Haiyan said that the political relations between the two countries are good and that some other countries do not want to see this.She said that the reason for visiting Nepal and holding joint consultations with political parties is to improve the relationship between the two countries.She said that the heads of state of both the countries are trying to strengthen the relationship and the signing of the memorandum of agreement has also strengthened the relationship between the two countries.”We need to work on how to improve China-Nepal relations and cooperate in the new era”, she said.

She also pointed out the need to do homework on the role of political parties to strengthen the relationship between Nepal and China. A lot of Chinese tourists have come to Nepal. Nepal must also have felt this,” she said, “but we should not rely only on one area. Before I came to Nepal, when I discussed with the Chinese entrepreneur, I mentioned the need to invest in Nepal. But for that, there is a need for policy reform here.In addition, she said that not only because of the Covid-19, but also because of various reasons, the projects in Nepal with Chinese investment are being delayed.

“We have to sit down and solve it. We should have more cultural exchanges. We are working in accordance with the desire to give more scholarships to Nepali students,” she said. “We understand that projects are necessary in Nepal for livelihood as well. We are working for that too. But for that, policy reform is necessary. The people here should get that.’We have to work together to face the difficulties. Cooperation should be made more practical, she said.

She emphasized on building Chinese-style development and implementing BRI.Similarly, Chinese ambassador to Nepal Chhan Sang said that it is necessary to consult on how to further advance the relationship between Nepal and China.In addition, he said that China is ready to help Nepal and Nepal should work to solve the policy problems.

Congress wants to cooperate with China: Shashank Koirala

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Kathmandu- Nepali Congress leader Dr. Shashank Koirala has said that they want to cooperate with China.

He said that the Congress wants to cooperate with China in an interaction program held in Kathmandu with Sun Haiyan, Deputy Minister of the International Department of the Communist Party of China (CPC).

Stating that China’s economic development is commendable, he said that Nepal wants to cooperate in development.

Remembering China’s support during the earthquake in Nepal and during the Covid, leader Koirala said that Nepal-China relations are based on Panchsheel.

BRI implementation plan to be signed soon: Home Minister Shrestha

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Kathmandu – Deputy Prime Minister and Home Minister Narayankaji Shrestha has said that Nepal and China will sign the implementation plan of the ‘Belt and Road Initiative’ ‘soon’. However, he did not say anything about when and how to do this.

Nepal and China signed a memorandum of understanding on BRI in 2017, but no project under it has been implemented for nearly seven years.

Addressing a program of the Silk Road Youth Forum and the South Asian Cooperation Conference, Shrestha said that only after signing the implementation plan, they will proceed to the implementation phase.

Stating that the Belt and Road Initiative, which aims to enhance connectivity and promote economic cooperation, has opened new avenues of cooperation between the two countries, he said that infrastructure development is the cornerstone of Nepal-China cooperation.

“China’s assistance in building important infrastructure such as roads, bridges, and energy projects has played an important role in leading Nepal towards economic growth and stability, and the increased connectivity through these projects will not only strengthen bilateral relations but also contribute to the broader vision of regional cooperation and integration,” he said.

The signing of the BRI implementation plan between Nepal and China has been one of the main agendas since the beginning of 2020, but due to differences between the two sides on the modality of investment, an agreement has not been reached.

“China’s BRI has emerged as a transformative force to shape the economic landscape of South Asia,” Shrestha said. “BRI’s emphasis on connectivity, infrastructure development and financial support is seamlessly aligned with the development aspirations of nations in the region.”

Shrestha said, “The Belt and Road Initiative is not just about building roads and bridges. It is also about creating pathways to shared prosperity. The economic corridor envisioned by the BRI has the potential to open up new markets, facilitate trade and spur economic growth. For nations like Nepal that reside in the heart of the Himalayas, these initiatives open up possibilities for expanded connectivity that can transform the economic landscape.

Silk Road Youth Forum Vice President and Secretary General Yan Dongping, Madhyapur Thimi Municipality Deputy Mayor Vijaykrishna Shrestha, Chinese Embassy Commercial Counselor Xie yu, Matrika Poudyal, Foreign Affairs Institute Spokesperson Tsetan Namgyal and others were present in the program. Aneka Rebecca Rajbhandari, Assistant Professor of Jawaharlal Nehru University’s Center for Inner Asian Studies, Raunab Singh Khatri and Hou Shixin, among others, shed light on various aspects of Nepal-China relations.

Signing of cooperation agreement between TU and the Chinese university

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Kathmandu – A five-year memorandum of understanding has been signed between Tribhuvan University (TU) and University of Electronics Science and Technology of China (USTC).

Acting Vice-Chancellor of Tribhuvan University Dr Shivalal Bhusal and UEFA Vice-Chancellor Zheng Yong signed the agreement at Tribhuvan University Kirtipur. Prof. Chiranjeevi Khanal, head of Tribhuvan University’s Department of Mass Communication and Journalism and Professor Hong of UEFA signed the agreement.

Bhusal, Acting Vice-Chancellor of TU, expressed his belief that there will be a close cooperation between the two universities in the coming days. The representative of USTC, Prof. Hang Hong, said that he will provide his best support in the field of study and research.

Prof. Khanal, who initiated the agreement, said that there is an agreement between the two universities for long-term cooperation and this agreement will be useful for enabling mutual benefit and academic cooperation based on the principle of mutual equality. According to the agreement, scholars, researchers and teaching staff and students will be exchanged whil Workshops and seminars will be organized jointly.

Chinese military team in Kathmandu

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Kathmandu- Chinese high military team has arrived in Kathmandu.

A team led by the Tibet Military Commander of the Chinese People’s Liberation Army, Major General Yui , has landed at the Tribhuvan International Airport on Air China flight number 437.

The team was welcomed at the Tribhuvan International Airport Major General Sagar Bahadur Thapa and Brigadier General Sunil Shrestha.

According to Information Officer and Assistant Rathi Krishna Prasad Bhandari of the Nepali Army, the Chinese military team, which is on an official visit, is scheduled to meet with Chief of Army Staff Prabhuram Sharma and others. Border security, military relations between the two countries will be discussed during the meeting. The 8-member military team led by Major yui will return to the country on the 3rd of Bhadra 2080 BS.

Agreement to open export from Tatopani from May 18

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An agreement has been reached between China and Nepal to open export through the Tatopani border connecting Nepal and China.

It is said that 6 points have been agreed upon to open the border from May 18th in the discussion held between Nepal and Chinese government officials.

According to Chief District Officer of Sindhupalchok, Ramesh Neupane, after a sufficient discussion between the border security regarding ‘cross border crime’, and other management issues, there has been a discussion and oral agreement on the opening of the border crossing from 1st of May.

On the other hand, despite the agreement to open the export through Tatopani, the locals have expressed disappointment that the physical infrastructure in Tatopani is not fully prepared and the 26 km road section of the Kodari highway connecting the border is still damaged. Locals were also not so happy as exports only being allowed through Tatopani been agreed while Kerung is fully operational .

Chairman of the Chinese People’s Congress Li Zhanshu returns home

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The Chinese People’s Congress President Li’s delegation, which was on a four-day visit to Nepal, has returned home today.

The Nepalese team including Speaker Agni Sapkota saw them off at Tribhuvan International Airport today.

During the visit, President Li met with Speaker Sapkota, Prime Minister Deuba, President Bhandari and other political party leaders.

During the visit of the Chinese team, a bilateral memorandum of understanding on inter-parliamentary cooperation was also signed between China and Nepal.

Six-point agreement between Nepal and China

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A six-point memorandum of understanding has been signed between Nepal and China.

Speaker Agni Prasad Sapkota from Nepal and Chinese National People’s Congress President Li Zhansu signed the memorandum of understanding.

The MoU was signed during a program held at the Federal Parliament Building, New Baneshwor. In the MoU, which also mentions the issue of BRI, both sides agree to strengthen and develop mutual trust, respect each other’s independence, sovereignty and geographical integrity, respect each other’s freely chosen social system and development path, and support each other’s core interests and important concerns.

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Chinese People’s Congress President Li arriving Nepal today

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Chinese Communist Party (CPC) Standing Committee, National People’s Congress Chairman, Li Zhanshu will be arriving in Nepal today. The government has made special security arrangements for the visit of Li, a confidant of Chinese President Xi Jinping.

Lee, who is coming to Nepal via Russia and Mongolia, is scheduled to return to China via South Korea from Nepal. Lee’s 100-member jumbo tour team, which includes 6 minister-level leaders, is about to arrive in Nepal on a special plane. According to the Chinese Constitution, Li is second in rank and third in the Communist Party of China (CPC).

President Lee will hold a bilateral meeting with Speaker Agni Prasad Sapkota today. During the bilateral talks, the Parliament Secretariat has informed that an agreement is being made between the Federal Parliament of Nepal and the National People’s Congress of China regarding bilateral cooperation and exchange of visits. Speaker Sapkota will host a dinner in Lee’s honor today. President Lee is scheduled to meet Prime Minister and Congress President Sher Bahadur Deuba, National Assembly Speaker Ganesh Timilsena and Foreign Minister Narayan Khadka on Tuesday.

President Lee will meet President Bidhya Devi Bhandari at Sheetal Niwas on Wednesday. On the same day, UML President KP Sharma Oli and Maoist Center President Pushpa Kamal Dahal are also scheduled to meet separately. According to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Lee is scheduled to return from Nepal on Thursday.

Important agreement between Nepal and China

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An important agreement has been reached between Nepal and China in the field of infrastructure development, including the expansion of the Rasuwagadhi-Kerung cross-border railway.

During the delegation-level talks between Narayan Khadka and his counterpart Wang Yi on Wednesday, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said that there was an agreement to increase cooperation in the fields of trade, connectivity, investment, health, tourism, poverty alleviation, agriculture, disaster management, education, culture and people-to-people interaction.

In a meeting with Foreign Minister Khadka, the Chinese Foreign Minister announced that the pre-feasibility study of the Kerung-Kathmadu railway will be completed with a subsidy, the ministry said.

Similarly, the construction of electrical transmission across the Nepal-China border was also discussed in the meeting.

According to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Wang has also promised financial support for the construction of electrical transmission lines. Earlier, during Wang’s visit to Nepal, it was agreed to extend the period of pre-feasibility study of the Nepal-China cross-border electrical transmission line by two years. According to the Nepal Electricity Authority, homework is being done to proceed with the pre-feasibility study. But the two sides have yet to agree on its format.

During the talks, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang announced 15.5 billion rupees (800 million Chinese Yuan) in aid to Nepal for 2022.

Nepal’s commitment to one China policy

In the bilateral meeting, Foreign Minister Khadka said that Nepal strongly supports the one China policy. He assured that Nepalese land will not be used against China.

Similarly, Wang reiterated his unconditional support for Nepal’s sovereignty, independence and geographical integrity. He also said that China will continue to help Nepal according to the development needed and priorities of the Nepalese government.

Foreign Minister Khadka to visit China

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Foreign Minister Narayan Khadka is scheduled for a three-day official visit to China on Tuesday.

Foreign Minister Khadka is going to visit China at the invitation of Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi, according to a statement released by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The Ministry has mentioned that Foreign Minister Khadka will be visiting China from the 9th to11th of August.

On the 10th of August, there is a delegation-level bilateral discussion between the two ministers in Qingdao, the eastern city of Shandong Province. Foreign Minister Wang Yi will also be hosting a banquet in honour of Khadka and the members of the delegation, while there is a repatriation program on the 11th.

China’s objection to Dean Thompson’s remarks

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The Chinese embassy in Nepal has retaliated by denying the statement made by US Ambassador nominee Dean Thompson at a hearing of the US Senate Foreign Relations Committee that the MCC had been passed by the Nepali parliament despite the China’s disinformation.

A statement issued by the spokesperson of the Chinese embassy in Nepal said that the remarks of the US side were completely baseless and they not only condemned China but also insulted Nepal and its people.

The Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) Compact has been hotly debated between Nepal and the United States, and the Nepali Parliament has passed a “explanatory declaration” specifically stating that Nepal’s constitution will be above the Compact and other related agreements. The declaration states that Nepal will not be part of any US military alliance, including the Indo-Pacific Strategy. It is also said that the government of Nepal and the people of Nepal have done legitimate work in favor of the national interest to protect their sovereignty and independence.

China firmly believes that in pursuing international development cooperation, the principle of mutual respect and equality should be maintained, the sovereignty and people’s will of the relevant countries should be fully respected, and the internal affairs of any country should not be interfered with, and no coercive diplomacy, and certainly the sovereignty of other countries for selfish gains. And the statement states that there should be no violation of interests.

The statement said that as Nepal’s friendly close neighbor and development partner, China would protect Nepal’s sovereignty, independence and national interest and help the Nepalese people to choose their own path of development freely and contribute to Nepal’s socio-economic development.

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Meeting between President Bhandari and Chinese leader Jianchao at Shital Niwas

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President Bidhyadevi Bhandari and Liu Jianchao, head of the International Relations Department of the Chinese Communist Party, held a courtesy meeting at the President’s residence today.

On the last day of his four-day visit, Jianchao arrived at Shital Niwas today for a courtesy call on the President. During the meeting, President Bhandari said that the relations between Nepal and China were historic and that Nepal would move forward in its development process with its neighbors and allies.

Chinese leader Jianchao, on the other hand, said that he had come to Nepal to expand relations between all political parties of Nepal and that China-Nepal relations were developed on the basis of friendship, and mutual benefit.

Earlier, Jianchao met with the Prime Minister, Foreign Minister and leaders of other political parties.

Chinese foreign minister returning home today

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The Chinese Foreign Minister is scheduled to return home at 3 pm today.

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi, who is on a visit to Nepal, will pay a courtesy call on President Bidhyadevi Bhandari at 10 am today, according to a Foreign Ministry source.

He is also scheduled to hold talks with former Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli and Pushpa Kamal Dahal Prachanda today. The Chinese Foreign Minister is scheduled to hold talks with Chairman of the main opposition party CPN-UML Oli from 11:10 am to 11:40 am.

At the end, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang will meet with Chairman of the ruling CPN-Maoist Central Committee Prachanda from 11:45 to 12:15 p.m.

According to foreign sources, the 25-member delegation, led by Foreign Minister Wang, includes two Chinese assistant ministers and senior government officials. Chinese Ambassador to Nepal Hou Yanqi also attended the high-level meeting.

Earlier on Saturday, Wang Yi met with Prime Minister Sher Bahadur Deuba and Foreign Minister Khadka.