Nepal and Japan Strengthen Energy and Irrigation Ties
Key Ideas
- Japanese Ambassador and Nepalese Minister discussed energy and irrigation sector collaborations between their countries.
- Minister Khadka expressed gratitude for Japan's support in various hydropower and irrigation projects in Nepal.
- Both parties discussed future investments in Nepal's hydropower sector, green hydrogen, smart energy technology, and large irrigation projects.
- Japan reaffirmed its commitment to support Nepal's Upper Arun Hydropower Project under the financial management of the World Bank.
Japanese Ambassador to Nepal, Maeda Toru, visited Minister for Energy, Water Resources and Irrigation, Dipak Khadka, in Kathmandu. They discussed collaborations in the energy and irrigation sectors. Minister Khadka appreciated Japan's support in projects like Kaligandaki 'A', Kulekhani and Tanahun Hydropower Projects, rural electrification, Chandranagar Irrigation System, and flood control in rivers like Koshi, Narayani, and Bagmati. He also requested Japan to invest in Nepal's hydropower sector, green hydrogen, smart energy technology, and large irrigation projects. Minister Khadka asked for Japanese support in implementing Nepal's energy development roadmap. Ambassador Toru assured Japan's commitment to support the Upper Arun Hydropower Project. The discussion emphasized strengthening ties between Nepal and Japan in the energy and irrigation sectors for mutual benefit.