KATHMANDU, Nov 16: Nepal and Australia celebrated 65 years of diplomatic relations at a special reception hosted by the Australian Embassy in Kathmandu, highlighting a partnership that has steadily expanded across education, development, trade, and cultural exchange.
Addressing the function organized on Saturday, Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Sushila Karki, who attended the commemorative event as the chief guest, praised the enduring friendship between the two nations and their shared commitment to democratic values and inclusive development.
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“Over more than six decades, our partnership has grown to cover key areas like education, trade, development and culture. Nepal truly values Australia’s friendship, its continued development assistance and its principled support to our democratic and inclusive transformation,” she said.
A key highlight of the celebration was the launch of 65 Years Together, a souvenir book published by the Association of Nepalese Alumni from Australia. The publication traces the evolution of bilateral ties and underscores the depth and diversity of people-to-people connections—particularly through Nepali students, professionals, and communities who have made Australia their second home.
Diplomatic relations between Nepal and Australia were formally established in 1960. Since then, the Nepali diaspora in Australia has grown rapidly, becoming one of the country’s most vibrant migrant communities. Nepalis contribute actively to Australia’s multicultural society while maintaining strong social, cultural, and economic linkages with Nepal.
Officials noted that cooperation between the two countries continues to deepen not only at the bilateral level but also through regional and multilateral platforms, including the United Nations. Both nations work closely on shared priorities such as climate action, sustainable development, gender equality, and peacekeeping, reflecting a mutual commitment to global peace and prosperity.
With expanding people-to-people connections, respect for each other’s sovereignty, and a shared commitment to democratic principles, the Australia–Nepal partnership stands poised for even greater collaboration in the years ahead.
