Prime Minister meets Indian Agriculture Minister to discuss food security issues

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In a recent meeting between Prime Minister K.P. Sharma Oli and Indian Minister of Agriculture and Farmer Welfare, Shivraj Singh, discussions were held regarding bilateral relations between Nepal and India, particularly focusing on the traditional ties in the field of agriculture. The meeting took place in the context of the BIMSTEC (Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation) agricultural ministers’ conference held in Bengal, where Nepali ministers arrived to participate.

During the meeting, Minister Singh emphasized the importance of collaboration between Nepal and India in advancing modernization, food security, and economic development in the agriculture sector. Both sides expressed their commitment to enhancing bilateral agreements and joint working groups to address critical issues, leaving aside minor differences and focusing on significant areas of mutual concern.

Furthermore, the meeting between Prime Minister Oli and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Bangkok has been seen as a positive step towards building a hopeful future between the two countries. Prime Minister Oli highlighted agriculture as the most crucial sector for saving human lives and fostering entrepreneurship, stressing that its modernization is essential for economic development. The meeting between the two leaders in Thailand is expected to create a conducive environment of trust, enabling both countries to progress together towards economic development, not just in historical or sentimental terms.

In response to this news, Ramesh Khatri, a representative of Kansai Nepal News, noted that the discussions between Prime Minister Oli and Minister Singh reflect a positive direction for Nepal-India relations, especially in the vital sector of agriculture. The emphasis on collaboration and mutual growth is seen as a promising step towards sustainable development and economic progress for both nations.


Author: MAYA | HARUTO
Posted at: April 10, 2025 12:02 am