UK ambassador Pollitt calls on Minister Bhusal, discusses energy issues

KATHMANDU: The UK’s ambassador to Nepal, Nicola Pollitt, has paid a courtesy call on Minister for Energy, Water Resources and Irrigation Pampha Bhusal. During the meeting held at the latter’s office in Singh Durbar, the two discussed the issues of mutual interest and common concerns. On this occasion, Minister Bhusal pledged that Nepal would work closely in all areas of mutual interests. Stating that production and promotion of clean and renewable energy, e-mobility, low-carbon infrastructure and eco-tourism were the priorities of Nepal, the Minister thanked the UK government for its support to Nepal in renewable energy and in environmental management endeavours. Reminding the role and contribution of Himalayas in balancing marine ecosystems and minimising the global temperature rise, the Minister said, “We expect international support and cooperation in our efforts to protect the mountain range.” As the Minister apprised the UK representative, her Office had prioritised the promotion of reservoir-based projects to maintain a balance in energy sector. “Hydropower, one of the types of clean and renewable energy, is the priority of the Government of Nepal and its focus is on the production of mixed energy”, she said. Terming the UK as the most trusted development partner of Nepal, Minister Bhusal recalled the UK's support to Nepal during crises and disasters. Similarly, ambassador Pollitt said the UK government was interested in collaborating with Nepal in energy consumption, pledging to further expand its cooperation with the related bodies. The ambassador briefed the minister that the UK government was ready to facilitate Nepal in renewable energy production and power trade. “It is supporting the institutional strengthening of bodies working in the energy sector here", added the UK Ambassador. READ ALSO:

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