KATHMANDU, Sept 26: In a significant diplomatic stride, Nepal and China have released a comprehensive joint statement, marking a pivotal moment in their bilateral relations. The statement, issued in Beijing after extensive talks between the prime ministers of both nations, underscores the deepening ties between the two countries.

SINDHUPALCHOWK, May 1: After eight years, the main Tatopani border crossing between Nepal and China has been put into two-way operation.

Chinese President Xi Jinping returned home on October 13 wrapping up his two-day state visit to Nepal. The visit is now being reviewed and evaluated from different angles by the experts in terms of its impacts on reshaping bilateral relations in tune with the emerging needs. Undoubtedly, the visit of the head of state from as close and powerful a neighbor as China after a hiatus of 23 years was of great historic value. Quite naturally, it evoked great expectations and enthusiasm in Nepal.

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