Flag hoisting ceremony held to mark 79th Independence Day of Indonesia in Kathmandu

KATHMANDU: A flag hoisting ceremony commemorating the 79th Independence Day of the Republic of Indonesia took place in Kathmandu with solemnity and pride.

The event was held at the office of the Honorary Consul within the IME Complex, Panipokhari, Kathmandu, and was accompanied by a special programme on Saturday.

The Indonesian national flag was gracefully raised as a symbol of unity and freedom, underscoring the longstanding diplomatic ties between Indonesia and Nepal.

On the occasion of the 79th Independence Day of the Republic of Indonesia, Chandra Prasad Dhakal, Honorary Consul of Indonesia in Nepal, stated that there is a harmonious relationship between Nepal and the Republic of Indonesia, and he aims to bring it to the people's level in the coming days.

He emphasised that there is significant potential for the people and governments of both countries to benefit from mutual trade and the exchange of experiences, and thus this relationship should be strengthened in the future.

Established in 1960, diplomatic relations between Indonesia and Nepal have flourished over the years, characterised by mutual respect and cooperation. The residential office of the Ambassador of Indonesia to Nepal is in Dhaka, the capital of Bangladesh.

Indonesia boasts a large economy among Asian countries. The volume of trade between Nepal and Indonesia is also substantial. There are many possibilities in the fields of import and export trade between the two countries, including tourism. The flag hoisting ceremony was attended by citizens of Indonesian origin living in Nepal, consular office staff, and employees working in the IME Group.