EU Ambassadors in Kathmandu for two-day mission

By TRN Online, Kathmandu, May 25: European Union (EU) Ambassadors have arrived Kathmandu for a two-day mission.

The Delegation of the European Union (EU) to Nepal, led by Véronique Lorenzo, EU Ambassador to Nepal, is hosting a two-day high-level mission from 25 to 26 May 2026, with 22 Ambassadors and Deputy Heads of Mission from EU Member States.

"This visit is an opportunity to meet the new Balendra Shah Government and reaffirm the strong ties between the EU and Nepal," stated a press release issued by the EU delegation to Nepal.

The delegation comprises Ambassadors and Deputy Ambassadors from Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Cyprus, the Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Italy, Lithuania, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, and Sweden.

According to the EU statement, the mission will feature high-level discussions with Nepal’s leadership, including a meeting with Prime Minister Balendra Shah on Tuesday, 26 May. On Monday, 25 May, the delegation will hold talks with the Shisir Khanal, Minister of Foreign Affairs, Khadak Raj Paudel, Minister of Culture, Tourism, and Civil Aviation, and Sasmit Pokharel, Minister of Education, Science and Technology. The Ambassadors will also meet private sector leaders, civil society representatives, and youth leaders.

EU Ambassador Lorenzo stated, "This mission underscores the EU’s commitment to Nepal. We are here to congratulate the new government, reaffirm our support for Nepal’s development priorities, and explore new avenues for cooperation—from trade and investment to climate action and multilateral issues. Together, as Team Europe, we stand ready to work with Nepal to build a more prosperous, sustainable, and inclusive future."

The EU remains one of Nepal’s largest and most reliable international partners.

The EU and its Member States work closely with government institutions, civil society, and the private sector to support inclusive economic growth, democratic governance, education, and sustainable development across the country.