Prime Minister Sushila Karki Holds Farewell Meeting with Chinese Ambassador Chen Song
Kathmandu witnessed another important moment in Nepal–China diplomatic relations as Right Honorable Prime Minister Sushila Karki held a farewell meeting today with the Chinese Ambassador to Nepal, His Excellency Chen Song. The meeting took place at Singha Durbar as Ambassador Chen prepares to conclude his diplomatic tenure in Nepal and return to his home country.
The courtesy farewell meeting reflected the depth, warmth, and continuity of the long-standing friendship between Nepal and China. During the discussion, both sides reviewed various dimensions of bilateral relations and exchanged views on matters of mutual interest, cooperation, and shared priorities. The interaction reaffirmed the strong diplomatic understanding that has guided Nepal–China relations for decades.
On the occasion, Ambassador Chen Song highlighted China’s role as a close and trusted friend of Nepal. He reiterated that China has consistently supported Nepal’s development efforts across multiple sectors, including infrastructure, economic development, connectivity, and people-to-people exchanges. Emphasizing the importance China places on its relationship with Nepal, Ambassador Chen expressed confidence that this cooperation would continue and deepen in the future, contributing positively to Nepal’s overall development journey.
Ambassador Chen’s tenure in Nepal has been marked by sustained diplomatic engagement, development cooperation, and enhanced bilateral understanding. His farewell meeting symbolized not an end, but a continuation of the partnership and goodwill between the two neighboring nations connected by geography, history, and shared aspirations for stability and prosperity.
Prime Minister Sushila Karki congratulated Ambassador Chen Song on the successful completion of his diplomatic assignment in Nepal and extended her best wishes for a safe journey and continued success in his future endeavors. She acknowledged Ambassador Chen’s contribution to strengthening Nepal–China relations during his tenure and expressed appreciation for China’s consistent support to Nepal’s development priorities.
During the meeting, the Prime Minister reaffirmed Nepal’s firm commitment to the One-China policy, underscoring that Nepal remains fully dedicated to respecting China’s core national interests. She assured that Nepal will not allow any activities from its territory that may be contrary to China’s national interests, reinforcing the trust and mutual respect that underpin the bilateral relationship.
Prime Minister Karki also conveyed Nepal’s expectation that China’s longstanding support, cooperation, and assistance in Nepal’s development and nation-building efforts would continue in the days ahead. She emphasized the importance of sustained collaboration in areas such as infrastructure development, economic cooperation, investment, and people-to-people connectivity for shared growth and regional stability.
The farewell meeting stood as a testament to the maturity of Nepal–China relations, characterized by mutual respect, non-interference, and constructive cooperation. As Ambassador Chen Song prepares to depart Nepal, both sides expressed optimism that the strong foundations laid during his tenure will continue to guide bilateral engagement in the future.
The interaction concluded on a cordial note, reflecting the enduring friendship between Nepal and China and reinforcing a shared commitment to advancing cooperation, development, and regional harmony in the years to come.
