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Shanker Bairagi

@bairagi_shanker

4 years

My most sincere thanks for the warm words of congratulations and best wishes expressed on my appointment as the Chief Secretary to the Government of Nepal.Look forward to receiving cooperation from all concerned in fulfilling this important responsibility.

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4 years

I have tested positive for covid-19. Those who came to close contact with me in the last few days please take necessary precautions and do the needful.

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2 months

Nepal will soon lose the competitive advantage of demographic dividend if the current trends of outward migration continue. Need a suitable policy framework to improve the quality of education & job creation to retain the human capital. The clock is ticking!

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Shanker Bairagi

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4 years

My best wishes on the happy occasion of Dashain and all other upcoming festivals. Let’s celebrate them by keeping ourselves safe from Corona virus ! Let’s pray for everyone’s good health, happiness and well-being !

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5 years

All joined with a purpose: making the Visit Nepal 2020 a grand success ! Regional conference of the Heads of Nepali Diplomatic Missions kicked off in Muscat. Important outcomes/feedback are expected out of the conference!

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3 years

@PradeepgyawaliK I had a distinct opportunity to serve under you for almost three years as Foreign Secretary. It remained both smooth and productive. Nepal’s international relations witnessed qualitative growth and country’s stature enhanced on global stage during your tenure. Congratulations!!!

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Shanker Bairagi

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5 years

With Secretary General and Programming Committee delegates at the SAARC Secretariat. Addressed the inaugural segment of the Programming Committee underscoring Nepal’s strong commitment to the process of regional cooperation in South Asia.

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5 years

Co-Chairing 11th Meeting of Nepal-EU Joint Commission in Kathmandu. A wide range of issues of mutual interest are under discussion.

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5 years

Received the delegation led by NRN President Mr. Kumar Pant and shared views on mobilizing diaspora resources for socio-economic development of the country. I congratulated the new team and wished them a successful tenure.

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Shanker Bairagi

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3 years

On the auspicious occasion of Vijaya Dashami 2078 BS , I wish to extend warm greetings and best wishes to all my relatives, respected seniors, friends and well wishers for peace, good health, prosperity and happiness.

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Shanker Bairagi

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20 days

A significant milestone in power sector collaboration has been achieved today in Kathmandu with the signing of a Tripartite Agreement among Nepal, India, and Bangladesh, enabling the export of 40 MW electricity from Nepal to Bangladesh.

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Shanker Bairagi

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4 years

Thank you everyone for the concern expressed about my health and best wishes for my speedy recovery. Hope it will be over soon.

Shanker Bairagi

@bairagi_shanker

4 years

I have tested positive for covid-19. Those who came to close contact with me in the last few days please take necessary precautions and do the needful.

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Shanker Bairagi

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5 years

Had an important bilateral meeting with HE Badr bin Hamad bin Hamood Albusaidi, Secretary General of Foreign Ministry of Oman. We discussed ways to promote overall bilateral relationship with particular focus on building economic partnership.

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Shanker Bairagi

@bairagi_shanker

22 days

Nepal has given top priority to climate change diplomacy. High-level engagement in UN & other multilateral forums has highlighted Nepal’s climate vulnerability. Now efforts should be made towards securing commensurate level of climate funds & technology with concrete proposals.

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Shanker Bairagi

@bairagi_shanker

2 months

Huge congratulations Palesha Goverdhan for winning the historic medal for our country in the ongoing Paris 2024 Paralympics and making all of us proud with your outstanding performance! Your sterling performance will inspire Nepali athletes to succeed in every field they compete!

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Shanker Bairagi

@bairagi_shanker

1 month

Irony in climate agenda: those who emit less are taking higher ambition for climate action but those who pollute heavily are taking lower ambition. Climate justice becomes meaningful only when polluters take higher ambition & duly compensate those bearing the worst brunt of it.

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Shanker Bairagi

@bairagi_shanker

5 years

Had fruitful discussion on investment opportunities in energy sector in Nepal with HE Mohammed Hamed Al-Rumhi, Minister of Oil and Gas, Sultanate of Oman in Muscat this morning.

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Shanker Bairagi

@bairagi_shanker

25 days

Increased phenomena of natural and man-made disasters in the country demand a multi-pronged disaster response strategy and system with the active involvement of all three tiers of Goverment and strengthening of the NDRRMA to take the lead in the process in a coordinated fashion.

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Shanker Bairagi

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1 month

The Summit of the Future offers a unique opportunity for the world leaders to forge strong global partnership for realizing the vital goals of peace and security & sustainable development; empowering young people, regulating new technologies and reforming the UN architecture.

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Shanker Bairagi

@bairagi_shanker

15 days

Resources, knowledge, capacity & markets all indicate that Nepal stands a promising chance to be a vibrant economy in the world. We have heard our esteemed leaders expressing strong political will to transform country’s economic landscape. Let’s seize the opportunity in earnest.

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Shanker Bairagi

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3 years

Deeply saddened to learn of the passing away of veteran diplomat former foreign minister, foreign secretary and ambassador Narendra Bikram Shah. Heartfelt condolences to the grieving family! May the departed soul rest in peace ! His demise is a great loss to the nation.

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Shanker Bairagi

@bairagi_shanker

1 month

UN summits have produced good documents but that remain largely unimplemented due to failure in delivering committed resources. Let’s hope that the Summit of the Future does not face the same fate of the previous summits: mismatch between words and actions. Walk the talk !

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Shanker Bairagi

@bairagi_shanker

6 years

नयाँ बर्ष २०७६ को उपलक्ष्यमा हार्दिक मङ्गलमय शुभकामना व्यक्त गर्दछु । नयाँ बर्ष हामी सबैको लागि प्रेरणा, उत्साह र सृजना को बर्ष रहोस् ।

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Shanker Bairagi

@bairagi_shanker

5 years

Pleased to address the HCC-N FICAC regional conference on the theme ‘Connectivity and Prosperity’. Thank you HCC-N for hosting such an important conference in Nepal.

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Shanker Bairagi

@bairagi_shanker

27 days

Shift in geopolitics, growing trend of inward looking policies & pursuit of economic nationalism, de-globalization,climate crisis, disruptive technologies, emergence of new,multiple security challenges compel the policy-makers to defend national interest in a more pragmatic way.

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Shanker Bairagi

@bairagi_shanker

21 days

Not many nations were on the political map when Nepal gained democracy seven decades ago. Despite having a long history of political consciousness, the nation has lagged behind in terms of progress. Proper diagnosis of this discrepancy will be helpful to take corrective measures.

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Shanker Bairagi

@bairagi_shanker

1 month

The success of the Summit of the Future will be judged against its contribution in addressing the structural inequalities so deeply entrenched in the international system &making our world inclusive,fair &judicious for all. Appreciate the leadership of UNSG in hosting the Summit.

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Shanker Bairagi

@bairagi_shanker

2 months

A warm welcome to foreign secretary of India @VikramMisri and wish him a productive visit in further strengthening Nepal-India ties and enhancing mutually beneficial cooperation between the two countries.

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Shanker Bairagi

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5 years

Season’s greetings and Happy New Year 2020 !

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Shanker Bairagi

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2 months

Adoption of the TRC Bill by the House of Representatives with almost full consensus of the House reflects resounding success of Nepal’s homegrown peace process. This could set an example for countries and communities around the world confronting similar situation.

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Shanker Bairagi

@bairagi_shanker

2 years

@HartwigSchafer @WorldBank @Mari_Pangestu @madhumarasini @TheSunitaDangol @radhawagle2000 @EUAmbNepal @NicolaPollittUK @RichardHILO @DolmaImpact @YILabNepal Thank you World Bank team for hosting such an important policy dialogue on GRID agenda with the active participation of many stakeholders. We look forward to an enhanced level of engagement with our valued development partners to realize GRID objectives !

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Shanker Bairagi

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6 years

Hon. Foreign Minister chairs the session on investment opportunities in Nepal.

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Shanker Bairagi

@bairagi_shanker

28 days

Our time full of contradictions: when leaders talk peace & stability, war ravages societies; when scientists warn of deadly consequences of climate change, reckless destruction of environment becomes a rule; & when we talk about civility and humility, hatred reigns the mind!

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Shanker Bairagi

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13 days

Demise of Ratan Tata is a great loss for industrial world which has also created a big vacuum in humanitarian sphere. His contribution goes well beyond India and the region. He will be remembered forever for his contribution.Heartfelt tributes to this great soul! Rest in Peace !

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Shanker Bairagi

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26 days

Best wishes on the occasion of Tourism Day ! A perfect combination of nature & culture makes our country a quality destination throughout all seasons. Tourists look for new products, challenging opportunities and secure environment. Let’s raise Nepal’s profile through tourism !

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Shanker Bairagi

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17 days

Hon. Foreign Minister has taken timely initiative to assess the state of Nepali nationals in Israel & Lebanon in the wake of escalating conflict.The situation there demands constant monitoring and assessment for an appropriate & timely decision by the government. @Arzuranadeuba

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Shanker Bairagi

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2 months

On the happy occasion of the 78th Independence Day of India, I wish to extend best wishes for peace, progress and prosperity of the people of India @IndiaInNepal !

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Shanker Bairagi

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19 days

The contemporary phenomenon of copy-paste culture stands in stark contrast to human intelligence, which is exemplified by innovation and uniqueness. The reason could be an over-reliance on digital technology and convenient access to e-library resources.

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Shanker Bairagi

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2 months

Warm congratulations to former foreign secretary of India, dear friend Shri Vinay Mohan Kwatraji @AmbVMKwatra on his appointment as Ambassador to the United States of America. Wish him a successful tenure of office.

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Shanker Bairagi

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15 days

Let’s hope for a good outcome. All the best Rameshwor sir and your team ! @rameshore अर्थतन्त्र सुधारबारे राय दिन पूर्व अर्थसचिव खनालको नेतृत्वमा उच्चस्तरीय आयोग गठन

अर्थतन्त्र सुधारबारे राय दिन पूर्व अर्थसचिव खनालको नेतृत्वमा उच्चस्तरीय आयोग गठन

अर्थतन्त्र सुधारका लागि गर्नु पर्ने कामका लागि राय दिन सरकारले पूर्व अर्थसचिव रामेश्वर खनालको अध्यक्षतामा उच्चस्तरीय सुधार सुझाव आयोग गठन गरेको छ । सोमबार बसेको मन्त्रिपरिषदको बैठकले खनालको नेतृत्वमा...

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Shanker Bairagi

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3 months

Deeply shocked by the news of the passing away of Ambika Shrestha, a legendary figure in the field of tourism and hospitality industry. Heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family members! May her departed soul rest in peace !!!

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Shanker Bairagi

@bairagi_shanker

26 days

While other aspects are also important, what matters most is economic power with its multiple enabling roles in building & enhancing a country’s international image. Fierce competition among nations over resources, technological superiority & energy security all speak about it.

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Shanker Bairagi

@bairagi_shanker

9 years

Incompetent people nurture jealousy but competent believe in merit. Equalizing opportunity between them is not judicious

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Shanker Bairagi

@bairagi_shanker

2 months

Best wishes to all youths on the occasion of the International Youth Day ! Youths are a driving force of a country. May this special day inspire all of us to work in solidarity and unity towords building a prosperous Nepal !

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Shanker Bairagi

@bairagi_shanker

10 years

The successful conclusion of the 18th SAARC summit should inspire us to work towards making yet another regional summit, BIMSTEC, a success.

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Shanker Bairagi

@bairagi_shanker

9 years

Rehabilitation, reconstruction and new construction...an essential yet ambitious agenda to be pursued in good faith.

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Shanker Bairagi

@bairagi_shanker

5 years

Congratulations !

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Shanker Bairagi

@bairagi_shanker

19 days

@anilkathmandu @GejaWagle I wonder whether we could separate geopolitics from geoeconomics, as both are mutually reinforcing. Secondly, in diplomacy it is equally important to gauge how others perceive us and to what extent countries interests converge or diverge.

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Shanker Bairagi

@bairagi_shanker

9 years

Meetings at the Foreign Ministry of Qatar went well,we covered a range of issues of interest and future cooperation.

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Shanker Bairagi

@bairagi_shanker

9 years

Ministry of Foreign Affairs will continue to provide off hours services during this critical phase of relief operation.

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Shanker Bairagi

@bairagi_shanker

9 years

I am proud of my colleagues in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs for their selfless service in the hardest hit district of Dolakha !!!

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Shanker Bairagi

@bairagi_shanker

9 years

Hope reconstruction will bring renaissance in development.

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Shanker Bairagi

@bairagi_shanker

10 years

Interaction with the distinguished members of Association of Former Career Ambassadors this morning proved useful and productive.

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Shanker Bairagi

@bairagi_shanker

4 months

@tSuvanga @UniofOxford @DiplomacyOxford @KelloggOx Congratulations Suvanga ! You made us proud with this award for outstanding achievement. I am sure you will continue excelling both in professional and academic careers !!

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Shanker Bairagi

@bairagi_shanker

5 years

@DrSJaishankar Heartiest congratulations on your appointment as the External Affairs Minister of India. Best wishes for the successful tenure of office.

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Shanker Bairagi

@bairagi_shanker

29 days

@MadhuRamanACH Consensus based decision making process generally results in lowest outcome. Moreover, there is a growing tendency to discuss and decide important issues outside the UN forum. No resources no forward movement, just business as usual!

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Shanker Bairagi

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4 years

@DrSJaishankar Heartfelt condolences to you and other bereaved family members.

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Shanker Bairagi

@bairagi_shanker

3 months

@chemjongd @MadhuRamanACH We need to maintain minimum level of decency in commenting on certain issues. In my 35 plus years service in Foreign Ministry, I spent little more than 13 years in overseas postings. I am the one who declined the offer of successive governments to be appointed as ambassador.

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Shanker Bairagi

@bairagi_shanker

5 years

@BishnuRimal @Rajanktm Wish him a speedy recovery !!!

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Shanker Bairagi

@bairagi_shanker

3 months

@NepalPressnp @matrikas Absolutely unethical practice of posting two pictures (malign intend to defame) to simply cover a news item ignoring the fact that I resigned from this post on Shrawan 9 and the OPMCM has acknowledged this through an official communication.

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Shanker Bairagi

@bairagi_shanker

2 years

@Mari_Pangestu Thank you for visiting Nepal leading a strong World Bank team. We shared useful views on strengthening Nepal-WB partnership and cooperation. We discussed implementation of GRID agenda and business opportunities in Nepal. Thank you for supporting Nepal.

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Shanker Bairagi

@bairagi_shanker

6 years

Congratulations sir ! I am sure the book will give us useful updates and analysis on Nepal’s external relations.

Kul Chandra Gautam

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6 years

Congratulations @MadhuRamanACH ! Look forward to reading it.

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Shanker Bairagi

@bairagi_shanker

2 months

@nepal_mind I am not saying outward migration should be seen positively. Rather I am emphasizing on the quality discussion and exchange of views on pertinent issues to be taken in a positive light.

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Shanker Bairagi

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2 months

@UN That’s why we call for ensuring climate justice. This can be done by providing adequate resources and technology to countries bearing the brunt of climate change. Early operationalization of L&D Fund and making access to climate funds easy and hassles-free are equally important.

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Shanker Bairagi

@bairagi_shanker

1 month

@naran_ghimire Climate vulnerable countries have consistently called for higher ambition and scaled up climate actions by major polluters. UNSG has time & again highlighted the plight of climate vulnerable countries. Need more focused efforts by climate vulnerable countries. @antonioguterres

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Shanker Bairagi

@bairagi_shanker

15 days

@kpsharmaoli He proved his credence by efficiently handling the post earthquake reconstruction as CEO. Sunset law gave him required authority to act swiftly and effectively. Hope,he will exhibit the same level of professionalism in fulfilling his important responsibility as CEO of NIB.

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Shanker Bairagi

@bairagi_shanker

2 months

@jagdishor @UN @UN_Nepal @antonioguterres Ground realities have changed but old structure of UNSC has not changed. For the UNSC to succeed in its primary responsibility of maintaining international peace and security, there must be unity of purpose among the permanent members of the UNSC.

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Shanker Bairagi

@bairagi_shanker

26 days

@balkris93666540 Way forward is to realize your potential, developing suitable strategies, identifying and sequencing priorities in country-specific context, investing in building institutional capacity and sound human resources so and so forth.

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Shanker Bairagi

@bairagi_shanker

27 days

@AidiaKamana Warm congratulations Sunil ji on your unanimous election as the President of the NICCI. Wish you all the best in fulfilling your important responsibility. Thank you for inviting me to attend the inaugural session of the 30th annual session of NICCI.

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Shanker Bairagi

@bairagi_shanker

2 years

@WorldBankNepal Thank you for inviting me to deliver closing remakes on GRID Action on behalf of the Government of Nepal. Today’s policy dialogue has produced useful suggestions on advancing GRID agenda on a priority basis with key stakeholders on board.

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Shanker Bairagi

@bairagi_shanker

10 years

Senior officials meeting of Asia and Africa is underway in Jakarta and is expected to finalize the three important documents.

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Shanker Bairagi

@bairagi_shanker

22 days

@saurav_pant12 We have to have proper accounting of loss and damage across sectors suffered due to climate change; identify sectoral needs for adaption; develop roadmap for transition to carbon neutral economy; identify critical capacity gaps and requirements for technological adaption soars

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Shanker Bairagi

@bairagi_shanker

3 years

@AmbAlyaAlThani @UN Congratulations Excellency !

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Shanker Bairagi

@bairagi_shanker

13 days

@ReetaPearl The government has several mechanisms to check it. Let’s hope all mechanisms will work as per their mandate to control artificial rise in price in goods and services.

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Shanker Bairagi

@bairagi_shanker

2 months

@nepal_mind Context is changing, new issues have surfaced and evolving circumstances demand new ideas and initiatives. So, expressing views on emerging issue is absolutely justifiable whether you are in office or not. Let’s take things positively.

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Shanker Bairagi

@bairagi_shanker

1 month

@Vijaykarna Yes Ambassador Karna, you are right. The structure of the UNSC does not reflect the present day realities; the wold has vastly changed in many ways in the last 75 years. @antonioguterres

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Shanker Bairagi

@bairagi_shanker

1 month

@Paras21K Agree! Substantial reform in UN system is not possible without support from P5 and other emerging powers. Yet, as a country having strong faith in multilateralism we can express our hope for such a transformation.

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Shanker Bairagi

@bairagi_shanker

10 years

Bandung warmly greets AAS participants! People of indonesia showing respect to Asian African leaders !

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@bairagi_shanker

10 days

@RosheeLC Happy birthday and happy dashain !!

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Shanker Bairagi

@bairagi_shanker

6 years

हेलिकप्टर दुर्घटनामा संस्कृति पर्यटन तथा नागरिक उड्डयन मन्त्री आदरणीय रबिन्द्र अधिकारीज्यृको निधन भएकोमा अत्यन्त दुखित छु। उहाँको निधनबाट देशले एक कर्मठ एवम् लगनशील ब्यक्तित्व र लोकप्रिय राजनीतिज्ञ गुमाएकोछ। उहाँ प्रति हार्दिक श्रद्धाञ्जली र शोक सन्तप्त परिवारमा हार्दिक समवेदना ।

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Shanker Bairagi

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2 months

@jagdishor @UN @UN_Nepal @antonioguterres Important economic and trade agenda are discussed and agreed upon outside the UN framework. Growing influence of G20 and other regional groupings such as BRICS started dominating global discourse and decision-making on vital development issues.

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