China congratulates PM Shah, says ready to advance cooperation

By TRN Online, Kathmandu, March 27: China has congratulated Prime Minister Balendra Shah on his assumption of the office today and expressed readiness to work with the new government.

"China expresses congratulations on that. As a traditional friend and neighbor, China always supports Nepal in safeguarding independence, sovereignty and territorial integrity and in realizing solidarity, stability, development and prosperity. China stands ready to work with the new Nepalese government to carry forward the traditional friendship, deepen practical cooperation, and advance the strategic partnership of cooperation featuring ever-lasting friendship for development and prosperity," said Lin Jian, spokesperson of the Foreign Ministry of China, responding to a query about China's comment on swearing in Balendra Shah as Prime Minister of Nepal today.