Ilam: Foreign Minister Arju Rana Deuba has given a retreat to the ambassadors of 12 countries in Nepal.
On the occasion of the New Year, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Tourism Board jointly organized a retreat by the Minister of Foreign Affairs to promote the eastern tourist destinations of Kanyam and Shree Antu Dada in Ilam.
The homestay association and community welcomed Minister Deuba and delegates from various countries by garlanding them with traditional Lapcha culture.
The delegation of ambassadors, including the Foreign Minister, who participated in the program called the ‘Diplomatic Retreat’, was welcomed by Suryodaya Municipality Mayor Ran Bahadur Rai in Kanyam.
Minister Arju Deuba and His Excellency the Ambassadors also took a photoshoot in Kanyam wearing cultural attire of different ethnic groups.
The foreign ambassadors observed the cultural tableau displayed for the welcome.
While enjoying the Jhankri and Sakela dances, they enjoyed horseback riding in Kanyam and trekking through tea plantations