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President Yoon Suk Yeol of South Korea and Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal of Nepal engaged in a cordial exchange of congratulatory messages to commemorate the 50th anniversary of establishing diplomatic relations between their respective nations, announced Seoul’s foreign ministry on Thursday.
According to reports from the ministry, the congratulatory cables were dispatched on Wednesday, coinciding with the date of the diplomatic accord signed between South Korea and Nepal in 1974, formalizing their diplomatic ties.
President Yoon took the opportunity to extend warm felicitations to Nepal on this historic milestone, proposing collaborative efforts to broaden the scope of bilateral cooperation across various domains, including fostering robust people-to-people exchanges and enhancing cooperation in agriculture, among other sectors.
In response, Prime Minister Dahal reciprocated the sentiments conveyed by President Yoon, expressing his congratulations and articulating hopes for a more profound enhancement of the mutually beneficial partnership between the two nations.
Over the past five decades, both countries have witnessed significant strides in their diplomatic relations, marked by constructive engagement and mutual support.
While the formal establishment of diplomatic ties occurred in 1974, the historical and cultural bonds between South Korea and Nepal have roots that stretch back even further, fostering a rich tapestry of connections that continue to thrive in contemporary times.
As both nations celebrate this significant milestone, the reaffirmation of their commitment to bolstering bilateral relations reflects a shared commitment to harnessing the potential for greater cooperation and solidarity in addressing regional and global challenges.
The commemoration of the 50th anniversary serves as a poignant reminder of the enduring friendship and the limitless possibilities for collaboration between South Korea and Nepal.