Kathmandu/Beijing, 16 June (HS): Nepal Foreign Minister Shishir Khanal held talks with senior Communist Party of China (CPC) leader Liu Haixing in Beijing on Monday, discussing ways to further strengthen bilateral relations and expand cooperation between the two countries.

Liu serves as Minister of the International Department of the CPC Central Committee.

According to Khanal, the meeting focused on enhancing Nepal-China relations, increasing exchanges between political parties and deepening people-to-people ties.

The Nepalese Foreign Minister, who is on an official visit to China, is also scheduled to hold bilateral talks with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi. The discussions are expected to focus on strengthening bilateral cooperation and expanding engagement in various sectors.

During his stay in Beijing, Khanal is expected to meet other senior Chinese officials as well.

Officials said the minister will also participate in an investment conference organised by the Embassy of Nepal in Beijing to promote foreign investment in Nepal. Meetings with Chinese entrepreneurs and representatives of the business community are also likely.

Issues related to the implementation of projects under the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) are expected to figure in the discussions during the visit.

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Hindusthan Samachar / Indrani Sarkar