Minister Bhusal and Swiss Ambassador discuss energy sector of Nepal

June 21, Kathmandu: Ambassador of Switzerland to Nepal, Elisabeth Von Capeller, has paid a courtesy call on Minister for Energy, Water Resources and Irrigation, Pampha Bhusal.

During the meeting held at the Ministry on Tuesday, they discussed the various aspects of bilateral relations and cooperation.

Recalling the Swiss government’s significant support in Nepal’s technical and vocational education, Minister Bhusal expected the necessary technical and financial support of the Swiss government in the energy sector of Nepal in the coming days.

She further said that Nepal has been facing huge problems due to the impact of climate change.

The Energy Minister pointed out the collaboration to mitigate the impacts of climate change, which has become a common problem in both countries.

Minister Bhusal extended gratitude to the Swiss government for its support in the implementation of federalism and employment expansion.

Similarly, Ambassador Capeller said there is a need for technical support rather than financial support in Nepal, assuring for Swiss government’s continuous technical support. She shared, “We have knowledge and skill required for technical sectors like tunnel and turbine. We want to support it to Nepal.”

The Swiss Ambassador further said the temperature of Switzerland is also increasing due to the impact of climate change. Joint Secretaries at the Energy Ministry, Madhu Prasad Bhetuwal and Baburam Bhandari and representatives of the Foreign Ministry were present on the occasion.