New US ambassador Thompson submits his letter of credence

KATHMANDU: Newly-appointed US ambassador to Nepal Dean R. Thompson submitted his letter of credence to President Bidya Devi Bhandari at Shital Niwas on Friday.

Issuing a statement, Thompson said it was an honor to serve as US Ambassador to Nepal. “I am humbled by the opportunity and determined to serve with an unwavering commitment to the US-Nepal relationship, one that is based on respect for sovereignty and common values,” he added in the statement.

Thompson said he looks forward to working with all Nepalis to ‘address the most pressing issues of our time’.

He also said the US will continue to support Nepal in achieving its goal of sustainable and inclusive economic growth. ”As the climate crisis impacts the Himalayan region, we will help bolster Nepal’s climate resilience through innovative programming and partnership. Finally, working with civil society, free media, and government, our countries will continue defending democracy and strengthening the will of the people, free from corruption, disinformation, and repression,” Thompson added in the statement.