Russian Women Volleyball Team calls on PM Oli

Kathmandu, July 23: Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli has spoken about the need to renew Nepal-Russia relations based on mutual benefit and respect.

During his meeting with a Russian women’s volleyball team at his official residence in Baluwatar today, the Prime Minister acknowledged support from Russia to Nepal in the education, transport, and other sectors since the Soviet Union days, according to the Prime Minister’s Private Secretariat. 

In terms of the development of sports, Russia is at the forefront, the Prime Minister said, adding that a friendly volleyball match between the two countries is praiseworthy.  

Sports contribute to strengthening the bilateral relations between the nations, according to the Prime Minister.  He also underlined the need for a cultural exchange between the two countries.

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