Nepal–Japan Ties Rooted in Trust, History and Multiple Dimensions: President Paudel

President Ramchandra Paudel has described Nepal–Japan relations as historic, trust-based and multidimensional, calling for more proactive diplomacy to further strengthen bilateral cooperation.

During a visit to the Nepali Embassy in Tokyo on Sunday, President Paudel stressed the need to expand collaboration between the two countries in key areas, including politics, economy, education, technology and human resource development. He emphasised sustained dialogue and closer engagement with Japanese government bodies, the private sector and academic institutions.

According to President’s Press Advisor Kiran Pokharel, President Paudel reminded that Nepali missions abroad function as extended arms of the Government of Nepal and must ensure simplicity, transparency and timeliness in service delivery. He highlighted the embassy’s crucial role in attracting foreign investment and urged officials to pursue effective economic diplomacy by showcasing Nepal’s potential in tourism, hydropower, information technology, agriculture and infrastructure development to Japanese investors.

The President also underscored that safeguarding the rights, security and dignity of Nepali workers and students in Japan is a core responsibility of the embassy. He called for stronger mechanisms to sensitively address their grievances and concerns in a timely manner. Additionally, he said greater priority should be given to initiatives that deepen people-to-people relations through the promotion of Nepali language, art, culture and traditions.

On the occasion, Charge d’Affaires at the Nepali Embassy in Tokyo, Harihar Kant Poudel, briefed the President on the embassy’s operations, services, challenges and its role in strengthening Nepal–Japan relations.

Earlier in the day, President Paudel addressed an interaction with members of the Japanese business community, while Japanese Minister of State for Foreign Affairs Horii Iwao paid a courtesy call on him.

President Paudel departed for Japan on Sunday on an official visit at the invitation of the Japanese government. He is accompanied by his spouse, Sabita Paudel, senior government officials and staff from the President’s Office, and is scheduled to return on February 4.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs said the visit is being made in connection with the 70th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Nepal and Japan. During the visit, the President will address a commemorative event marking the anniversary, pay a courtesy call on the Emperor of Japan, and hold a meeting with the Japanese Prime Minister.