Dhaka: Nepal's Foreign Minister Bala Nanda Sharma met family members of former Prime Minister Begum Khaleda Zia ahead of her funeral programme here this afternoon, according to the Chief Adviser's Press Wing. Earlier, he arrived here last night to attend the state funeral of three-time former Prime Minister and BNP Chairperson Begum Khaleda Zia on behalf of his government.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, the visit underscores the diplomatic ties between Nepal and Bangladesh, as well as the respect Nepal holds for Begum Khaleda Zia's contributions during her terms in office. Minister Sharma is representing Nepal at the state funeral, reflecting the significance of Zia's political legacy in the region.