Chinese Ambassador to Nepal Chen Song called on Minister for Foreign Affairs Arzu Rana Deuba at her office in Singha Durbar on Wednesday.

Various matters relating to Nepal-China relations were discussed on the occasion, the foreign ministry said in a post on X.

The Chinese ambassador said he congratulated Minister Rana for her term in office and discussed bilateral ties.

“We agreed to enhance our multifaceted relationship and cooperation, to celebrate the 70th anniversary of diplomatic ties between China and Nepal next year.

Indian Ambassador to Nepal Naveen Srivastava paid a courtesy call on Minister Rana Deuba on Tuesday. The foreign ministry said in a post on X that various matters relating to Nepal-India relations and cooperation were discussed on the occasion.

Rana assumed her office on Monday. While taking charge of the office, Rana said that boundary disputes should be resolved based on facts and evidence, avoiding unnecessary conflicts with neighbouring countries.