17th NRNA Europe Regional Conference Concludes in Dublin

LONDON:- The 17th Europe Regional Conference of the Non-Resident Nepali Association (NRNA) has concluded in Dublin, the capital of Ireland. Held on August 10–11, 2026, under the theme “Unity in Identity, Initiative in Investment, and Commitment to Prosperity,” the conference took place with Ganesh Parajuli—Deputy Leader of the Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) Parliamentary Party serving as the chief guest.

The conference was addressed by the Honorable Minister for Foreign Affairs, Shishir Khanal, representing the Government of Nepal, and Dr. Upendra Mahato, the founding president of the NRNA. Addressing the conference virtually, both speakers shared their views on the role of the Non-Resident Nepali community, investment opportunities in Nepal, and the importance of unity among the Nepali diaspora.

The conference was attended by Dr. Hem Raj Sharma, President of the Non-Resident Nepali Association (NRNA); Bipin Duwadi, Chargé d’Affaires of Nepal to the UK; and Krishna Kumar Subedi, Under-Secretary of the Labor, Migration, and Diaspora Coordination Division under the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, among others. There was also a significant presence of representatives from various political parties in Nepal, government agencies, the private sector, the NRNA ICC, and officials and representatives from various National Coordination Councils (NCCs).

The event was attended by NCC representatives from various countries, entrepreneurs, experts, women and youth leaders, second-generation Non-Resident Nepalis, and representatives from diverse Nepali communities.

According to the organizers, over 250 participants from more than 35 countries attended the conference in person, while the total number of participants exceeded 400 when including those who joined virtually.

The conference emphasized strengthening unity and cooperation among Nepalis scattered across the globe and enhancing the contribution of Non-Resident Nepalis to Nepal’s economic and social prosperity. Discussions specifically focused on promoting investment in Nepal, issues related to labor and migration, diaspora policy, the participation of youth and women, and the institutional engagement of second-generation Non-Resident Nepalis.

The two-day conference prioritized the commitment to linking the knowledge, skills, capital, and entrepreneurship of the Nepali diaspora with Nepal’s development, while conveying the message that further collaboration among the government, the private sector, and the Non-Resident Nepali community is essential for the future.