China's Minister of State Forestry Administration, Jia Zhibang and Japanese Deputy Minister for Foreign Affairs Koro Bessho Wednesday arrived in Kathmandu.

Talking to reporters at Tribhuvan International Airport upon his arrival,  the Chinese minister said that his Nepal visit would be fruitful to strengthen cooperation between China and Nepal for forest and wildlife conservation.  He also said that China would extend assistance for forest and wildlife conservation in the northern part of Nepal bordering China.

During his four day stay, he will also visit Shivapuri National Park located in the northern part of valley.

Similary, Japanese Deputy Minister for Foreign Affairs Koro Bessho said that his visit would help enhance relationship between Japan and Nepal. nepalnews.com