Norwegian Envoy calls on VP Yadav

Kathmandu, May 6

Vice President Ramsahay Prasad Yadav held a courtesy meeting with Norwegian Ambassador to Nepal Dagny Mjos at the Vice President's Office on Wednesday.

They discussed various dimensions of Nepal–Norway bilateral relations. Since the establishment of diplomatic relations in 1973, the two countries have maintained cordial and friendly ties, said VP Yadav.

He also said that the work carried out by the Government of Norway, particularly in the areas of renewable energy, education and good governance, has been highly beneficial for Nepal.

“Vice President Yadav expressed his expectation that Nepal–Norway relations will continue to expand into new areas and grow stronger in the days ahead,” the Vice President’s office informed in a statement. He also conveyed his best wishes for the happiness, peace and prosperity of the Norwegian people on the Constitution Day and National Day of Norway on 17 May.

Ambassador Mjøs said that both countries could cooperate in areas including education, energy, good governance, human rights and social justice.

She further said that Nepal and Norway could expand their cooperation in international forums in the future, and conveyed her best wishes for Nepal’s peace, stability and prosperity. Mjøs also affirmed that Norway is ready to cooperate on the issues outlined in the Government of Nepal’s 100-point commitment document.

Published in The Rising Nepal daily on 7 May 2026.