Kathmandu, April 16 -- The Pakistan Embassy in Kathmandu hosted a reception on Tuesday to commemorate the 85th National Day of Pakistan.

Speaking at the event, Pakistani Ambassador to Nepal Abrar H Hashmi underlined the historical importance of Pakistan Day.

The ambassador said Pakistan and Nepal have enjoyed cordial relations and developed strong bonds.

He elaborated that Pakistan and Nepal share a unique tapestry-from geography to civilisational linkages, from the peaks of the Himalayas to rich heritage-and cultural similarities unite the two peoples.

He hoped that building on existing agreements, mechanisms and collaboration in education, health, defence, climate change, and disaster management would continue to bring synergies and...