Nepali, Chinese leaders hail Nepal-China diplomatic ties

 70^th anniversary of establishment of Nepal-China diplomatic relations

Kathmandu, Aug. 1

Congratulatory messages have been exchanged between Nepal and China at the high level on the occasion of the 70^th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between the two nations.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) of Nepal said in a statement on Friday that high-level dignitaries from both countries exchanged congratulatory messages, marking seven decades of mutual respect, partnership and peaceful cooperation.

President of Nepal, Ramchandra Paudel, conveyed his congratulations to his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping and extended best wishes to the government and people of China.

In his message, President Paudel reflected on the ‘time-tested friendship’ between the two nations, underpinned by mutual trust, sovereign equality and peaceful coexistence. He also expressed Nepal’s readiness to work with China to realise a shared vision of peace, progress and prosperity, while calling for deeper cooperation, enhanced connectivity and broader collaboration in various areas of mutual interest.

Likewise, Chinese President Xi, in turn, sent his congratulations and best wishes to President Paudel, the Nepali government and its people.

Emphasising the deep-rooted bonds between the two neighbours, President Xi noted that China and Nepal, connected by mountains and rivers, have long exemplified friendly exchanges, read the statement issued by the MoFA.

President Xi praised the two countries for setting a model of peaceful coexistence despite their different social systems and national sizes. He highlighted the growing political trust between the two nations, fruitful collaboration under the Belt and Road Initiative, and the strengthening of the China-Nepal Strategic Partnership of Cooperation featuring everlasting friendship for development and prosperity.

He called for renewed efforts to foster bilateral cooperation, strengthen exchanges and deliver tangible benefits to both peoples.

Meanwhile, Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli also extended his greetings to President Xi where he lauded the trouble-free relations Nepal and China have enjoyed for seven decades. Affirming Nepal’s commitment to the One China Policy, he expressed appreciation for China’s enduring respect for Nepal’s sovereignty, territorial integrity and political independence.

Prime Minister Oli described China as a close neighbour and a trusted development partner, underscoring Nepal’s deep regard for the historic state visit of President Xi in 2019, and his multiple visits to China, said the MoFA.

He stressed the importance of high-level exchanges in building political trust and advancing cooperation in cross-border connectivity, infrastructure, trade and transit, disaster management, agriculture, health and green energy.

Prime Minister Oli reaffirmed Nepal’s commitment to implementing past agreements to deliver real benefits to citizens.

In a separate message to Chinese Premier Li Qiang, PM Oli acknowledged China’s strides towards national rejuvenation and modernisation, and expressed a desire to further strengthen mutually rewarding cooperation.

Premier Li Qiang reciprocated with a message commending the consistent and steady growth in bilateral ties and cooperation over the years. He affirmed China’s commitment to work closely with Nepal to accelerate high-quality Belt and Road cooperation and expand bilateral collaboration across all fields.

Nepal’s Foreign Minister Dr. Arzu Rana Deuba, also extended her greetings to her Chinese counterpart Wang Yi. She highlighted the multifaceted ties between the two nations and expressed appreciation for China’s support in Nepal’s development. She also expressed Nepal’s interest in working with China on shared challenges, including building resilience to transboundary climate risks.

Likewise, Wang Yi, in his message to FM Dr. Rana, affirmed the enduring friendship and mutual understanding between the two countries and reiterated China's commitment to strengthening the China-Nepal Strategic Partnership of Cooperation.

Nepal and China formally established diplomatic relations on 1 August 1955.

Published in The Rising Nepal daily on 2 August 2025.