Kathmandu, Aug. 18 -- China's rural villages and three 'Vibrant Villages' in Nepal signed memoranda of understanding on Monday to strengthen agricultural cooperation and rural revitalisation.

The agreements link Qilong village of Sichuan Province with Gotikhel village of Lalitpur, Gaogang village with Kimtang village of Nuwakot, and Pingyang village with Khokana village of Lalitpur.

The signing took place during the China Foundation for Rural Development's (CFRD) 10th anniversary celebrations in Nepal, which also coincided with the 70th year of diplomatic relations between Nepal and China.

Speaking at the event, Chinese Ambassador to Nepal Chen Song praised CFRD's contributions to rural development, education, and disaster relief over ...