During a meeting in New Delhi, Nepal’s Foreign Minister Arzu Rana Deuba requested the release of seven Nepali nationals held as prisoners of war by Ukraine. The meeting also addressed Nepal’s candidacy for the UN Human Rights Council and resulted in a visa-free agreement for diplomatic passport holders between the two countries.
In a recent bilateral meeting held in New Delhi, Nepalese Foreign Minister Arzu Rana Deuba urged Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andriy Sibiga to expedite the release of seven Nepali nationals currently imprisoned as prisoners of war. This encounter occurred during the Raisina Dialogue, convened by India’s Ministry of External Affairs.
Minister Deuba emphasized that Nepal forbids its citizens from participating in the Russian military and highlighted the troubling situation faced by the Nepali youths, who were reportedly lured into joining the Russian forces, only to be captured by Ukraine.
Minister Sibiga responded by assuring that Ukraine intends to adhere to legal protocols to facilitate the release of the detained Nepali nationals. Furthermore, Minister Deuba requested Ukraine’s support for Nepal’s candidacy for the UN Human Rights Council for the term spanning 2027 to 2029.
In a notable development, Nepal and Ukraine reached an agreement permitting visa-free entry for holders of diplomatic and official passports, according to the foreign minister’s secretariat. This bilateral agreement underscores the strengthening diplomatic relations between the two nations.
In conclusion, Nepal’s Foreign Minister urged for the prompt release of seven captured Nepali nationals in a meeting with Ukraine’s Foreign Minister. The discussions also touched upon Nepal’s candidacy for the UN Human Rights Council and led to an agreement for visa-free entry for diplomatic passport holders, marking a significant advancement in bilateral relations.
Original Source: kathmandupost.com
