Bangladesh's 'Mango Diplomacy' in Nepal to boost people-to-people connections

Dhaka: The Bangladesh Embassy in Kathmandu has distributed more than 1,750 kilograms of premium Bangladeshi mangoes among distinguished personalities in Nepal as part of its annual “Season’s Best Compliments” initiative, using the popular fruit as a gesture of goodwill and friendship. According to a press release issued by the embassy, the mangoes were presented to Nepali dignitaries, senior government officials, ambassadors and members of the diplomatic corps, business leaders, civil society representatives, and longstanding friends and well-wishers of Bangladesh. The embassy team personally delivered mango packs to more than 360 recipients, including the President of Nepal, the Speaker, members of the Council of Ministers, and other prominent figures. The mangoes were freshly harvested from two orchards in Chapai Nawabganj, widely known as Bangladesh’s mango capital, before being transported to Nepal through the Banglabandha, Fulbari, and Kakarbhitta land ports to preserve their quality and freshness. The consignment featured the renowned Khirshapat variety, a Geographical Indication (GI)-certified mango considered one of the most flavorful varieties in the Indian subcontinent. The embassy said the initiative reflects the enduring friendship and close people-to-people ties between Bangladesh and Nepal, with the exchange symbolizing warmth, goodwill, and a unique form of diplomacy that continues to strengthen bilateral relations between the two neighboring countries. The Bangladesh Embassy also expressed appreciation to all those who contributed to making this year’s “Mango Diplomacy” initiative in Nepal a success.