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About the Ministry of Foreign Affairs
The principal government agency responsible for conducting Nepal's foreign relations and formulating foreign policy.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) of Nepal is the principal government agency responsible for conducting Nepal's foreign relations. Established under the Government of Nepal (Allocation of Business) Rules, the Ministry formulates and implements Nepal's foreign policy in accordance with the aspirations of the people and the directives of the Council of Ministers.
Nepal's foreign policy is guided by the principles enshrined in the Charter of the United Nations, the Panchsheel (Five Principles of Peaceful Coexistence), Non-Alignment, international law, and the norms of world peace.
110+
Diplomatic Missions
170+
Countries with Relations
5M+
Nepalis Abroad
1816
Year Established
Vision
A prosperous, stable, and internationally respected Nepal that plays a constructive role in the global community.
Mission
To protect and promote Nepal's national interests through principled, proactive, and people-centred foreign policy.
Mandate
Formulation of foreign policy, management of diplomatic missions, and protection of Nepali nationals abroad.
Key Milestones
Ministry of Foreign Affairs established following the Sugauli Treaty with British India
Separate department for foreign affairs established under the Prime Minister's office
Nepal joins the United Nations; embassies opened in India, China, USA and UK
Nepal declared a Zone of Peace — supported by 116 countries
Nepal transitions to federal democratic republic; foreign policy re-aligned
New constitution promulgated; Nepal reaffirms non-aligned principled foreign policy