Kathmandu, Nepal, September 15, 2023 – In a historic milestone, a delegation from Nepal, led by NICCI President Mr. Sanjay Agrawal, visited esteemed Italian chambers in Rome and Milan from September 3rd to September 9th, 2023. This groundbreaking visit opened new avenues for NICCI to discuss bilateral relationships and explore business opportunities, with a focus on building and expanding business and cultural relations between Nepal and Italy.

Nepal engaged with the Rome Chamber of Commerce & Industry and Milan Chamber of Commerce & Industry for the first time, both renowned for their support of Italian businesses. This meeting established and recognized NICCI within Italian government authorities and ASSOCAMERESTERO, reflecting a shared vision for the future and the European Union.

During these meetings, discussions took place with the respected Consulate General of Nepal, Mr. Paolo Nugari, in Rome. With extensive Nepal experience since 1970, Mr. Nugari expressed optimism for Nepal’s future and pledged support for NICCI’s recognition by the Italian government.

The meeting with Milan Chamber of Commerce (PROMOS ITALIA), the first of its kind by a private entity from Nepal, yielded considerable success, with Milan offering its readiness to support NICCI in various capacities.

With these historic meetings, the doors to the Italian business landscape are now wide open for NICCI, marking the official beginning of a connection between Nepal and Italy. NICCI is poised to usher in a new era of business collaboration and opportunities between the two nations.