KATHMANDU, March 20: President of the International Cricket Council (ICC), Greg Barclay, paid a courtesy call on Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal on Wednesday.
According to the Prime Minister's Secretariat, the meeting took place at the Prime Minister's official residence in Baluwatar, where they discussed potential avenues for the development of Nepal's cricket and other pertinent issues.
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On the occasion, PM Dahal acknowledged that the ICC President's Nepal visit highlighted ICC's priorities for Nepali cricket. He briefed Barclay that Nepal accords top priority to the construction of a cricket stadium and other required structures.
"The U-19 Women's World Cup scheduled for 2027 is of paramount importance to the Government of Nepal. We eagerly anticipate invaluable support from the ICC towards realizing this goal," Prime Minister Dahal stated.
In response, ICC President Barclay pledged the ICC's commitment to supporting the development of cricket in Nepal.
Chief Secretary Dr Baikuntha Aryal and office-bearers from the Cricket Association of Nepal were also present during the meeting.
