Nepal Embassy in Muscat marks Buddha Jayanti, International Labour Day

Kathmandu, May 2: The Embassy of Nepal in Muscat organized a Labour awareness and Trade, Export and Investment Promotion event on May 1, marking the special occasions of the 2570th Buddha Jayanti and International Labour Day. 

The event focused on information dissemination and interaction related to community initiatives to promote export and investment, labour awareness, celebration of Buddha Jayanti and International Labour Day, the Embassy of Nepal in Muscat stated in a statement. 

A total of 78 participants including representatives of Nepali Social Club, members of the expert group, Nepali business persons, rescue team members and Nepali community members attended the event. 

On the occasion, Nepal's Ambassador to Oman Dornath Aryal highlighted the significance of Buddha Jayanti and teachings of Lord Buddha, the importance of labour awareness, and the need to explore opportunities in trade, export, and investment between Nepal and Oman. 

A brief meditation session was also organized to mark the Buddha Jayanti. 

Likewise, a handbook titled “Shramik ko Saathi (Labour’s Friend)” was released by Ambassador Aryal. 

The handbook provides essential information and guidance to Nepali workers regarding safe and dignified employment in Oman. An interactive session was also held, during which participants discussed emerging issues concerning the Nepali community in Oman, the Nepal Embassy mentioned. (RSS)