KATHMANDU, MAY 9
The Delegation of the European Union to Nepal hosted on Thursday an event at Patan Museum in Lalitpur to celebrate Europe Day.
Europe Day officially falls on May 9th, and marks the adoption of the Schuman Declaration, which in 1950 laid the foundations of what would later become the European Union. The occasion holds special significance this year as it is 75 years since the signing of the Declaration.
Vice President Ram Sahaya Prasad Yadav, attended the celebration as the Chief Guest. Other dignitaries included Lalitpur Mayor Chiri Babu Maharjan, government officials, ambassadors from EU Member States, diplomats, civil society members, private sector representatives, youth participants, and EU partners.
The program featured a presentation on a youth-centered environmental campaign, reflecting the European Union's commitment to sustainability and youth engagement in Nepal.
The Nepali Army Band performed the national anthems of Nepal and the European Union, symbolizing their longstanding friendship and cooperation.
EU Ambassador to Nepal, Veronique Lorenzo, stated,"Nepal is a trusted partner of the European Union. Through our Global Gateway initiative, we support Nepal's prosperity agenda, working together with EU Member States and European Development Finance Institutions."
"As global challenges grow, so does the EU's determination to remain a reliable, consistent, and principled partner," she added.
The Europe Day celebration underlined shared values and the ongoing collaboration between the European Union and Nepal.
