Kathmandu, Apr. 26
Minister for Foreign Affairs, Dr. Arzu Rana Deuba, has
said that Nepal always firmly opposed terrorism and strongly condemns all forms
and manifestations of terrorism in the harshest terms.
Speaking at a gathering organised at the Embassy of India
in Kathmandu on Saturday to pay tribute to those who lost their lives in the
terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Kashmir, she stated that Nepal has always stood
against terrorism and in favour of peace.
“Nepal strongly condemns all forms and manifestations of
terrorism. Nepal will always stand against terrorist activities, regardless of
where, when, or for what purpose they are committed,” she said, according to a
statement issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA).
FM Dr. Rana also stressed that there should never be
double standards when dealing with terrorism and reiterated Nepal’s firm
commitment to ensuring that its territory is never used by any terrorist group
for any reason against any country or its people.
She further said that Nepal strongly condemns the terrorist attack that took
place in Pahalgam, Kashmir.
According to her, Nepal stands in solidarity with the government
and people of India during this time of sorrow.
Recalling the deep relationship between Nepal and India,
she mentioned that this bond is not merely diplomatic but is rooted in a shared
history, culture, and longstanding cooperation.
“Our open borders are symbols of mutual trust, and our
familial ties bind us together. We have always stood together, both in times of
joy and crisis. When the earthquake devastated Nepal, it was India that
extended the first helping hand,” said FM Dr. Rana.
She also thanked the Government of India for its
assistance in repatriating the body of Nepali youth Sudip Neupane, who became a
victim of the Pahalgam tragedy, as well as for supporting other affected
individuals.
On the occasion, Minister Dr. Rana paid tribute to those who lost their lives
in the terrorist attack and expressed heartfelt condolences to their grieving
families.
Published in The Rising Nepal daily on 27 April 2025.
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