Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Finance Bishnu Prasad Paudel met with Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng in Beijing and discussed strengthening bilateral cooperation and expediting the implementation of various infrastructure projects.

During the meeting, Vice Premier He assured that the Chinese government would accelerate the execution of previously announced projects, according to a press note issued by the finance minister’s secretariat. The Chinese Vice Premier expressed his commitment to further supporting Nepal.

The deputy prime minister urged progress on key infrastructure initiatives, including the construction of the Kerung-Kathmandu railway, the Tokha-Chhahare tunnel, the Kimathangka-Hile and Hilsa-Surkhet-Bhurigaun roads, Madan Bhandari Science and Technology University, and Damak Industrial Park.

He also requested assistance in expanding direct air services from Chinese cities to Bhairahawa and Pokhara international airports.

Mahesh Bhattarai, spokesperson for the ministry, said the Chinese government responded positively to Nepal’s requests and committed to advancing the projects discussed.

Paudel left for the China visit at the invitation of Chinese Vice Premier He on Monday night. He is scheduled to return home on Saturday.