Speaker Devraj Ghimire stresses direct Lumbini-Angkor air connection

November 25, Kathmandu: Speaker of the House of Representatives, Devraj Ghimire, currently on an official visit to Cambodia, held discussions with Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet and Senate President Samdech Hun Sen at the Peace Palace in Phnom Penh. These meetings focused on strengthening bilateral ties and enhancing cultural and religious tourism between the two countries.

Speaker Ghimire proposed the initiation of direct air services between Lumbini, the birthplace of Lord Buddha, and Angkor, home to Cambodia’s historic temple complex, as part of efforts to promote Buddhist heritage and boost religious tourism. Nepal and Cambodia had previously signed an air service agreement in 2018.

Discussions also touched on experience-sharing programs and closer collaboration between citizens of both nations. Speaker Ghimire extended an invitation to Prime Minister Hun Manet to visit Nepal, which the Cambodian leader welcomed, expressing interest in fostering cooperation through platforms like the International Parliament for Tolerance and Peace (IPTP)​