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    Indo-Nepal connectivity projects to unlock tremendous potential: Harsh Vardhan Shringla

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    India sees itself as “Nepal’s foremost friend and development partner" with the developmental experiences that New Delhi shares with Kathmandu being those that have “proved successful and beneficial" in India’s own case, Shringla said in a speech at the AIDIA in Kathmandu on Friday.

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    Harsh Vardhan Shringla
    NEW DELHI: Nepal is “fundamental" to India’s “Neighbourhood First" policy, foreign secretary Harsh Vardhan Shringla has said as he emphasised that India’s development and modernization are linked to those of Nepal.

    India sees itself as “Nepal’s foremost friend and development partner" with the developmental experiences that New Delhi shares with Kathmandu being those that have “proved successful and beneficial" in India’s own case, Shringla said in a speech at the Asian Institute of Diplomacy and International Affairs (AIDIA) in Kathmandu on Friday.

    “I have been left with no doubt that our countries are on the same page and share the same vision," Shringla said, adding “Given our genetic profiles, what works for India is likely to work for Nepal as well. Together we will recover from the pandemic and together we will protect our people."

    “We were only too glad to extend assistance to Nepal in dealing with the Covid-19 outbreak, be it in equipment and supplies, or ensuring uninterrupted flow of goods across the border....Yesterday, I had the privilege of handing over 2000 vials of Remdesivir injections to the Foreign Minister. I would like to emphasise our continued and uninterrupted commitment to Nepal,” he said.

    Shringla said that enhancing cross-border connectivity between the two countries and infrastructure projects are also critical as they unlock the potential of millions and in millions.

    “Connectivity projects come in various forms. Physical connectivity projects such as highways, rail and air links and inland waterways enhance movement of goods and people. Energy connectivity – whether power transmission lines or petroleum pipelines – contribute to the well-being of each other’s citizens, and build mutual trust and partnerships. Digital connectivity through optical fibre networks is our route to the future, particularly, and as we find in India, with remote access to education, healthcare and other services through the digital medium,” he said.


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