Atul Keshap, senior vice president for South Asia at the US Chamber of Commerce, has arrived in Kathmandu to participate in the third Nepal Investment Summit scheduled for April 28 and 29.

Keshap, a former US ambassador to Sri Lanka and the Maldives and the deputy head of the US Mission to India, is currently active through the US Chamber of Commerce.

Having worked extensively in South Asia, Keshap has closely observed the region's economy and business landscape. He played a pivotal role in establishing the American Chamber of Commerce in Nepal (AmCham Nepal) and has been an advocate for attracting American investment to Nepal on numerous occasions.

According to Amir Raj Thapa, general manager of AmCham Nepal, Keshap played a significant role in establishing AmCham Nepal in 2021 and gaining recognition from the American Chamber of Commerce in November 2022.

"After the establishment of AmCham Nepal, his contributions were instrumental in securing recognition from the American Chamber of Commerce," said Thapa. He emphasised that this recognition holds great significance for AmCham Nepal, facilitating easier networking with the American Chamber of Commerce's global network and fostering trust.

Thapa highlighted Keshap's positive impact in lobbying for American investment in Nepal through various networks, expressing delight at his participation in the investment conference. "He has been supportive since the inception of AmCham. We believe his participation in the investment conference will send a positive message to American investors," said Thapa.

As a diplomat, Keshap has been instrumental in strengthening US-India relations, advancing Civilian Nuclear Energy Cooperation, and expanding trilateral relations between America, India, and Japan. His expertise extends to multilateral engagements with organisations such as the European Union, the United Nations, ASEAN, APEC, and regions like the Indo-Pacific, Middle East, Africa, North, and South America.