KATHMANDU, JANUARY 30

The Embassy of the Republic of Korea in Nepal and Nepal unveiled a special commemorative logo and a book highlighting success stories after the EPS program marking the 50th anniversary of the diplomatic relations between the Republic of Korea and Nepal at Yak and Yeti Hotel, Kathmandu, today.

The diplomatic relations between the Republic of Korea and Nepal were established in 1974. This year – 2024, marks the 50th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between the two countries.

The commemorative logo was jointly unveiled by the high level officials of the Government of Nepal and the Ambassador of the Republic of Korea to Nepal, Park Taeyoung, during the ceremony. The logo shall be jointly used by the Embassy of the Republic of Korea and the Government of Nepal for the programs related to Korea, according to the statement issued by the South Korean Embassy.

The logo incorporates '50 Years' to mark the 50th anniversary with the colors and elements of the flags of both countries - Korea and Nepal. The slogan 'Everesting Friendship – Korea-Nepal 50th Anniversary' is composed of a combination of 'Mt. Everest,' representing Nepal, and the word 'Everlasting' to promote the eternal friendship and partnership between the two countries, the statement added.

Moreover, the accompanying book showcases the success stories of 26 Nepali returnees who have successfully established their businesses in Nepal with the help of the skills learned from the Republic of Korea through various programs such as Employment Permit System (EPS). The book is a collection of success stories of 7 Nepali Returnees in Manufacturing sector, 6 in Agriculture sector, 8 in Service sector and 5 in Education sector. The Embassy firmly believes that this will further inspire and encourage more Nepali Returnees from the Republic of Korea, it said.

'The Republic of Korea and Nepal have established cordial relations with steady growth in exchanges of mutual cooperation in multiple areas including economy, infrastructure, development and employment since the establishment of diplomatic ties,' Embassy said.

South Korean Ambassador Taeyoung announced that the Embassy will be organizing various programs in cultural, economic and development areas to commemorate the 50th anniversary of diplomatic ties this year in 2024. He also expressed that through the mutual cooperation programs, the close ties will be further deepened and the bilateral relation between the two countries will reach to a new height.

During the event, Chief Guest, Minister for Foreign Affairs, Narayan Prakash Saud appreciated that the two countries have been closely cooperating in various fields, including the economy, employment, education, and people-to-people exchanges since the establishment of diplomatic ties in 1974 and there shall be further cooperation between the two countries in the future.