the hot issue-neplese embassy in israel
A new phase in the Nepal-Israel relationship has emerged as Nepal has decided to open an embassy in Israel.
The two nations established diplomatic relationship on June 1, 1960, and enjoy a very cordial and warm relationship.
According to Chinese New Agency Xinhua, spokesperson of Nepal’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs Arjun Bahadur Thapa is report as saying that in the beginning the embassy will be a Charge d’Affairs in city of Tel Aviv.
Nepal’s decision to open an embassy comes after Israeli government’s decision on May 1 that it will not issue working visa to Nepali workers since they don’t have embassy in the country.
Despite being in the news for frequent violent incidents, Israel is actually is a very popular job and higher education destination for Nepalis.
Nepal-Israel Relations
Over the years, Israel government has provided scholarship opportunities for Nepali students to study in Israel. It has also invited Nepali professional to take part in skills building seminars and workshops.
Israeli’s Embassy in Nepal’s website says that, a Memorandum of Understanding was signed between the State of Israel and Government of Nepal on 16 February 1995, which paved the way for scholarship programs
Through MASHAV Scholarship Program 1300 Nepali experts have been trained in Israel in field of agriculture, agriculture, education, community development, environment, health, management. MASHAV also organizes training program in Nepal where Israeli experts are trainers.
Nepali Workers in Israel
Israel is a popular destination for Nepali women who want to work as caregivers. According to a report published at KantipurOnline.com, during ten months of year 2006-07, 436 left for Israel from Nepal. The number though shows sharp decline from that of same period last year, which was 824. Reason of decline is said to be Israeli government’s decision not to issue visa for Nepali workers starting May 1, 2007.
Now that Nepal is going to open an embassy in Israel, the number could rise.
Jewish Community in Nepalv
