Kathmandu, May 22 -- Nepal's Minister for Foreign Affairs, Arzu Rana Deuba, has sought Japanese counterpart Takeshi Iwaya's facilitation in further increasing Japanese investment in Nepal.

She called on Japanese investors to explore growing opportunities in Nepal, highlighting the country's commitment to safeguarding and promoting foreign investment.

Deuba made the remarks during a meeting with Japanese Foreign Minister Iwaya in Tokyo on Wednesday, according to a press note issued by her secretariat on Thursday.

The two ministers discussed a wide range of issues of mutual interest, including economic cooperation, diplomatic ties, and cultural exchanges between the two countries, the secretariat said.

Deuba expressed Nepal's gratitude ...