RSP Deputy Leader Parajuli Meets Mauritius Minister of State to Discuss Bilateral Cooperation

Kathmandu : Ganesh Parajuli, Deputy Leader of the Parliamentary Party of the Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP), held a meeting with Hambirajane (Rajen) Narsing, Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Regional Integration and International Trade of Mauritius, during his private visit to the island nation.

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The meeting focused on strengthening Nepal–Mauritius relations and translating the 45-year history of diplomatic ties between the two countries into tangible outcomes through enhanced bilateral cooperation.

During the discussion, Parajuli emphasized the protection of the rights and interests of more than 14,000 Nepali workers employed in Mauritius, including ensuring safe working environments, dignified treatment and the protection of their fundamental labour rights. He also highlighted the need to expedite the conclusion of a bilateral Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on labour cooperation to establish effective mechanisms for safeguarding Nepali workers.

The discussions also explored opportunities to expand cooperation in areas of mutual interest, including tourism, trade and reciprocal investment, with the aim of further strengthening people-to-people relations between Nepal and Mauritius.

Parajuli, who also chairs the Parliamentary Special Committee on Climate Change Impacts in the Himalayas, Climate Justice, and the Bhotekoshi–Trishuli Disasters, reportedly discussed climate change impacts, climate justice and international solidarity with the political leadership of Mauritius.

He also took initiatives to seek Mauritius's support and solidarity in advancing international cooperation and climate justice on issues affecting countries vulnerable to climate change.

During his five-day visit, Parajuli also met with Nepali workers residing and working in Mauritius. Earlier, he held a meeting with Mauritius's Minister of Labour and Industrial Relations, Muhammad Reza Cassam Uteem. The discussion focused on protecting the rights and safety of Nepali workers and ensuring dignified employment conditions.

According to Parajuli's private secretariat, he is scheduled to return to Kathmandu on Monday evening after completing his five-day visit to Mauritius.