Kathmandu, November 10, 2026

A delegation from the National Natural Science Foundation of China (NSFC), led by Deputy Director Prof. Yujie Lan, visited Tribhuvan University (TU) to discuss scientific collaboration and joint research. The discussion session was held at the Kathmandu Center for Research and Education (KCRE), Chinese Academy of Sciences, located at TU, and was chaired by Prof. Anjana Singh, Rector of TU.

Addressing the session, Rector Prof. Singh requested NSFC’s support for scientific collaboration in the areas of climate change and disaster management. She expressed confidence that TU and NSFC could open a new chapter in bilateral cooperation. “Nepal and China are good neighbors, so we must strengthen our capacity together,” she said.  Prof. LAN expressed keen interest in working with a prestigious institution like TU. He also noted that KCRE can serve as a bridge connecting scientists from both countries. Prof. Deepak Aryal, former Vice-Chancellor of TU, briefed the delegation on China’s long-standing cooperation and support for Nepal. Prof. Shankar Prasad Khanal, Dean of the Institute of Science and Technology (IoST), then gave a presentation on TU’s scientific activities and academic programs.

Prof. Binod Dawadi of the Central Department of Hydrology and Meteorology (CDHM) highlighted TU’s significant contribution to higher education in Nepal. Dr. Xu Tianli, Deputy Director of KCRE, explained the important role KCRE plays in supporting research and academic activities at TU. The session concluded with a shared commitment to take the discussion forward and explore concrete areas of joint research between TU and NSFC