Nepali Ambassador to the US, Yubraj Khatiwada, has extended gratitude to the US government for its assistance in Nepal’s fight against the COVID-19 pandemic. “US citizens first visited Nepal around 70 years back and worked as volunteers in projects related to education, health and drinking water,” Khatiwada said.
Speaking at a programme organised during the 10th annual general meeting of the National Coordination Council of Non-Resident Nepali Association (NRNA) in New York on Saturday, Khatiwada mentioned that people-to-people relations had become stronger than diplomatic and political relations between Nepal and the US. He appealed to the US citizens of Nepali origin to contribute further in this regard.
“Nepal’s constitution has addressed the aspirations of NRNA,” said Khatiwada, adding, “The constitution has given social, economic and cultural rights to non-resident Nepalis.”
Meanwhile, Khatiwada also said it was a wonderful opportunity for Nepalis living in the US to participate in mainstream politics in the United States. He also urged the non-resident Nepalis to utilise their skills and knowledge for the development of Nepal.
At the programme, Maryland General Assembly delegate Harry Bhandary viewed the US as a land of opportunity. He urged all Nepalis in the US to be involved in mainstream life. Nepalis living in the US need to explore their potential, he added.
The newly elected committee of the National Coordination Council assumed office on the occasion. A letter wishing the best for NRNA forwarded by Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli was read out at the programme.
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