In its London headquarters, the British Council Nepal is commemorating an impressive sixty-five years of collaboration, partnership, and significant contributions. This remarkable achievement coincides with the centennial celebration of the UK-Nepal Friendship Treaty, highlighting the enduring diplomatic connections between the two nations.
Rob Fenn, the British Ambassador to Nepal, expressed gratitude for the opportunity to acknowledge this significant achievement. "The relationship between the UK and Nepal has endured, and the British Council Nepal has played a pivotal role in strengthening cultural and educational ties between our two nations," stated His Excellency, Rob Fenn.
The exhibition, curated by the British Council, sheds light on cultural and educational exchanges between Nepal and the UK, reflecting on the past and signaling potential for future collaborations. Ambassador Gyan Chandra Adhikari, Nepal Ambassador to the UK, highlighted the exhibition's aim to broaden and strengthen friendship, collaboration, and cooperation between the two nations, considering their bilateral relationship spanning over two centuries.
Founded 65 years ago as part of the diplomatic ties between the UK and Nepal, the British Council Nepal had its beginnings with the inauguration of the first British Library. Since then, it has evolved into a key and trusted partner for the Government of Nepal in implementing educational and cultural reforms, impacting millions of lives across the country.
Shahida MacDougall, the Country Director of the British Council Nepal, reflected on the journey from the establishment of the first British Library to the present day. "Six decades later, we have reached millions of lives by working with individuals and institutions," she noted, emphasizing the transformative impact the British Council Nepal has had on Nepal's educational and cultural landscape.
The London head office exhibition pays tribute to the British Council’s tireless efforts and significant contributions in the education and culture sectors. Over the past 65 years, the British Council Nepal has fostered partnerships, facilitated collaborations, and implemented programs that have left a lasting impact on the communities it serves.
The exhibition is open to the public until April 01, 2024, at 1 Redman Pl, London E20 1JQ, United Kingdom, providing an opportunity for visitors to delve into the rich history and enduring collaborations between the UK and Nepal facilitated by the British Council.
