On August 17, 2025, Indian diplomat and Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri will arrive in Kathmandu for a two-day visit to lay the groundwork for Nepali Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli’s upcoming trip to India, scheduled for September 16.
The visit aims to finalize the agenda for Oli’s discussions with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, focusing on strengthening bilateral ties, trade, and infrastructure cooperation. Misri will formally extend Modi’s invitation to Oli during meetings with Nepali officials, including Foreign Minister Arzu Rana Deuba and Foreign Secretary Amrit Rai.
The Details of Oli’s Visit
The visit follows recent high-level engagements, including Nepali Foreign Minister Deuba’s trip to New Delhi, where she invited Modi to visit Nepal, signaling a reciprocal effort to deepen ties. Discussions on X highlight public interest in the visit, with some emphasizing the potential for progress on trade and connectivity projects, such as cross-border railways and hydropower initiatives, while others note past tensions over border disputes like Kalapani.
Indian Diplomat: Energetic About Bilateral Relations
Recent bilateral talks have advanced agreements on mutual legal assistance and boundary work, excluding disputed areas, setting a positive tone for Oli’s visit. Misri’s trip underscores India’s “Neighbourhood First” policy, aiming to foster stability and cooperation with Nepal amid regional geopolitical shifts.
Published in SouthAsianDesk, August 9th, 2025
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