Kedar Parsad Pathak, chairman of the Nepal International Film Festival Association, has spotlighted cinema as a unifying force between Nepal and China during a recent cultural forum. Emphasizing shared cultural diversity, Pathak stated films offer unique opportunities to deepen cross-border understanding.
"Culture connects people and countries," Pathak said, highlighting how cinematic collaborations could strengthen existing Nepal-China relations. He described the film festival\u2019s ongoing initiatives as deliberate efforts to "foster closer relationships through storytelling," positioning art as a diplomatic tool.
The remarks come amid growing cultural exchanges between the two neighbors, with Nepal increasingly engaging in multilateral platforms to showcase its heritage. Analysts note such initiatives align with broader Asian trends leveraging soft power to build economic and social partnerships.
