On Monday, July 20, 2026, US Chargé d'Affaires Scott Urbom held a meeting with Nepal's Minister of Foreign Affairs, Shisir Khanal. The discussions centered on reinforcing bilateral relations between the two nations.
Key topics included enhancing economic cooperation and expanding people-to-people ties. The US Embassy reported that the meeting was aimed at building upon nearly eight decades of partnership between Nepal and the United States.
Minister Khanal also congratulated US Embassy Public Affairs Chief Mike Harker on his recent ascent of Mount Everest. According to the embassy, this exchange highlighted opportunities to promote tourism and support economic growth.