Nepal, China agree to boost ties, cooperation

Nepal's Foreign Affairs Minister, Honourable Shisir Khanal, concluded a four-day official visit to China on June 17, 2026, aimed at bolstering bilateral relations and practical cooperation. This visit, the first to China by a member of Nepal's new Cabinet, followed last year's celebrations marking 70 years of diplomatic ties between the two nations.

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The two sides had in-depth exchanges of views on Nepal-China relations, mutually beneficial cooperation across various fields, and international and regional issues of mutual concern, reaching a broad range of positive consensus.

During his stay, Minister Khanal held significant meetings with high-ranking Chinese officials, including Wang Huning, Member of the Standing Committee of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee, and Wang Yi, Minister of Foreign Affairs. Discussions focused on strengthening Nepal-China relations, exploring mutually beneficial cooperation across various sectors, and addressing international and regional issues. A broad consensus was reached on several key areas.

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The Nepali side reaffirmed that the Taiwan question and Xizang-related issues are China’s internal affairs. Nepal unswervingly upholds the one-China principle, supports China’s full reunification, and will never allow any forces to use Nepali territory to undermine China’s interests.

Both sides committed to reinforcing political trust and mutual support on matters concerning their core interests. Nepal reiterated its adherence to the one-China principle, supporting China's reunification and pledging to prevent its territory from being used to harm Chinese interests. China, in turn, affirmed its commitment to Nepal's sovereignty, independence, and territorial integrity, promising continued support for Nepal's governance and development path.

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China’s friendship policy towards Nepal embraces all Nepali people. China will continue to support Nepal in safeguarding its national sovereignty, independence and territorial integrity, back the new Nepali government in its smooth governance with the support of its people, and support Nepal in pursuing a development path suited to its national realities.

The two countries agreed to enhance their development strategies and practical cooperation under the framework of the Belt and Road Initiative. Priority areas identified include improving cross-border transportation and logistics, deepening energy cooperation for Nepal's energy security and green development, and expanding trade and investment by optimizing trade structures and fostering business collaboration.

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guided by high-quality Belt and Road cooperation, they should continue to align their development strategies, deepen practical cooperation across various fields, and enhance the quality and efficiency of bilateral relations.