Nepal PM’s India visit to cover entire spectrum of bilateral ties, says New Delhi

India has said that Prime Minister Balendra Shah’s proposed visit to New Delhi will focus on the entire spectrum of bilateral relations, as discussions between the two countries continue over the dates and arrangements for the trip. “We have extended an invitation to the Prime Minister of Nepal to visit India. The discussions between the two sides are continuing regarding the visit,” Indian Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said on Tuesday at the ministry’s regular media briefing.

Describing the relationship between the two neighbours as an expansive and special partnership, Jaiswal said all matters of mutual interest would be discussed during Shah’s visit. “The entire range of bilateral relations that we have with Nepal will be discussed. This is an expansive partnership.

This is a very special partnership, and all matters of mutual interest would be discussed,” he said. The remarks come amid intensified diplomatic engagements between Kathmandu and New Delhi ahead of Shah’s first official bilateral visit to India since taking office in March.