PM Balendra Shah to Meet with European Union Diplomats to Strengthen Ties and Cooperation

Tue, May 26, 2026 11:09 AM on Latest, National,

Nepal's Prime Minister, Balendra Shah, is hosting a meeting today with over 30 diplomats and leaders from 22 European Union and Southeast Asian nations. The meeting is taking place at the Prime Minister's office in Kathmandu. This marks his second major group discussion with foreign officials since taking office in late March.

The main goals of the meeting are to build closer friendships, talk about Nepal's current national goals, and look for ways to work together across different sectors. Key topics on the agenda include asking for continued international support to help Nepal's economy and working to lift the European Union's current safety ban on Nepali airlines.

Representatives from the European Union shared that this visit is meant to congratulate Nepal's new government and show their commitment to helping the country. They plan to talk about cooperation in areas like business, investments, climate change, and overall development. The European Union remains a major partner in supporting Nepal's economic growth, education, and governance.