Kathmandu: H.E. Park Jae-kyung, Ambassador of South Korea to Nepal, met with Hon. Nisha Mehta, Minister of Health and Food Safety on October 12. They exchanged views on bilateral cooperation, including support for recovery efforts following the recent floods.
Both sides also reaffirmed the importance of the health sector and reviewed the progress of the ongoing second phase of the Nepal-Korea Friendship Municipality Hospital project. Established in 2009 with support from the Government of Korea through KOICA, the hospital has served as a vital healthcare hub for the local community. The second phase of the hospital’s expansion project is underway, with a total budget of US$9.5 million through 2027. The project aims to strengthen the capacity of medical staff and improve healthcare infrastructure, including the construction of a new hospital building.
The Embassy of the Republic of Korea said it is committed to fostering sustainable development and strengthening the enduring partnership between Korea and Nepal.
