“He said India accords utmost priority to BIMSTEC as it fulfills India’s foreign policy priority of “Neighbourhood First” and “Act East.

With completion of 21 years, he said BIMSTEC is at a critical juncture and in that regard reiterated India’s sincere and abiding commitment to work with all BIMSTEC Member States for a safe, strong and prosperous Bay of Bengal Region.

He conveyed his gratitude to the Government of Nepal for their warm welcome and hospitality.”