Sindhupalchok, Aug. 2 -- Nepali and Chinese officials held a border security meeting in Zhangmu, China, across the Miteri Bridge in Sindhupalchok, on Friday, discussing cross-border crime, trade facilitation, and the rescue of stranded Nepali nationals.

According to Sindhupalchok's Chief District Officer Kiran Thapa, the meeting was convened between administrative, immigration, customs, and security officials from both sides.

The Chinese delegation showed strong interest in ensuring the smooth operation of the Tatopani border point and in strengthening bilateral cooperation.

"The talks covered a wide range of issues including border security, trade and tourism promotion, and grassroots-level people-to-people ties," said CDO Thapa, who ...