Thank you for that kind introduction. Let me say at the outset how pleased I am that we have a senior diplomat of Ambassador Bodde’s experience to lead our embassy at this key juncture. He is one of our very best.
Good morning. I would like to begin by thanking the organizers of this event, in particular, Gaurav Kandel, Pravina Thapa, and the others at the UN Youth & Students Association (UNYSA) who have worked tirelessly to bring this event from an idea to reality. I would also like to acknowledge my colleagues from the Ministry of Home Affairs and the United Nations who have been key partners over the past two years.
Thank you Sujeev for that wonderful welcome! It is indeed a pleasure to join you today for the latest NefTalk. This series -- and the Nepal Economic Forum generally -- has played a valuable role in facilitating dialogue about the key economic issues facing Nepal. I am pleased to have the opportunity to add my voice to such an important conversation.
Good Morning. Thank you very much for being here. I’ve just come from an excellent meeting with the Prime Minister, following an entire day yesterday and yesterday evening meeting with a wide range of leaders, thinkers and civic activists here in Nepal.
Thank you Honorable Speaker and Mr. Secretary. It is an honor to stand with you today to inaugurate your new Parliamentary Media Center. I understand that this space has undergone an amazing transformation, much as Nepal itself.
Good afternoon. I am delighted to be here today at this meeting of Entrepreneurs for Nepal and I want to thank you all for giving me the opportunity to speak to you today.
Most Honorable Prime Minister Baburam Bhattarai, Honorable Ministers, Respected Guests and Colleagues: Namaskaar. It is my great pleasure to be here today as we re-launch the Peace Corps Program in Nepal and greatly appreciate your warm welcome to our new Peace Corps/Nepal colleagues.
Namaskar Honorable Ministers, respected secretaries, colleagues, guests and friends of Peace Corps. It is with great pleasure that I receive you to Kamal Kunj today to mark the return of the Peace Corps to Nepal. This residence has been the site of many significant Peace Corps events.