India-Nepal border forces talks to begin in Delhi today
NEW DELHI: Border guarding forces of India and Nepal will hold a three-day bilateral meeting here from Monday and discuss measures to curb trans-frontier crimes and timely sharing of intelligence inputs, an official said.
The seventh edition of the annual coordination talks between the two countries is led by India’s Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) director general Rashmi Shukla and the visiting inspector general of the Armed Police Force (APF) of Nepal, Raju Aryal. The meeting will be in Delhi from November 6 to 8, the official said on Sunday
“The talks at the level of two heads of the forces serve as a crucial platform for both forces to engage in discussions on border-related matters,” an official statement said.
“The SSB and APF delegations aim to strengthen the coordination between the two border guarding forces for more effective management of the open and unfenced India-Nepal border,” it said.
The SSB and APF delegations have a shared objective to enhance coordination between the two border guarding forces, with the aim of more effectively managing the open and unfenced India-Nepal border. Their meeting will have a strong focus on developing efficient mechanisms for collaborative efforts in combating trans-border crimes and ensuring the swift exchange of critical information between the forces. The SSB is a central armed police force under the Union Home Ministry and it is tasked to guard the 1,751 km India-Nepal open international border.
These annual talks have been a significant feature of bilateral relations since 2012, being held alternately in India and Nepal. Such dialogues are vital for maintaining the security and integrity of the shared border, fostering cooperation in the face of trans-border challenges, and facilitating the exchange of crucial information to enhance border management and safety in the region.
The talks are significant for maintaining the security and integrity of the shared border, fostering cooperation in the face of trans-border challenges, and facilitating the exchange of crucial information to enhance border management and safety in the region. These discussions help in ensuring peaceful coexistence.
