Development Efforts of Nepal presented in International Forum

Current development initiatives of Nepal and the contribution of Japanese government were presented at the Ehime University Asia-Africa International Cooperation Forum on 30th March 2009. The program discussed the aid and initiatives of Japanese government and institutions to the Asian and African countries viz. Indonesia, Nepal and Mozambique.

The three countries were given focus at the program as the Ehime University, apart from its effort in quality education and world-class research, has been actively engaged in promotional activities in these countries of Asia and Africa in particular.

President, Ehime University; Governor, Ehime Prefecture; Japan’s Ambassador to Indonesia; Ambassador of Indonesia; Minister -Counsellor of Embassy of Mozambique were present at the program including dignitaries from MEXT, JICA, Ehime University and other governmental agencies.

Distinguish representatives of Asia and Africa made presentation on political and development affairs of the respective country and appraised cooperation received from the institutions and bodies of the Japanese government. Dr. Netra Prakash Bhandary, Assistant Professor, Ehime University highlighted briefly on the current political, developmental affairs of Nepal on behalf of the Nepal’s Ambassador to Japan. Recalling the development assistance being received from the government of Japan from ages he applauded the consistent cooperation and wished for the similar collaboration in future.

Dignitaries of Ehime University, MEXT, and JICA discussed on the international cooperation efforts, and future programs of the public and government agencies of Japan in Asia and Africa.

The program was organized by the Ehime University in support of Ehime-Indonesia Friendship Association and Ehime-Nepal Friendship Council. Faculty members, member of local and government organizations, and students were present at the program.

NeFE bids Farewell

Nepalese Forum in Ehime (NeFE) organized a program to bid farewell to Nepalese students graduating from the Ehime University on 15 March 2009. The formal session was conducted in the discussion room of the main library building of Ehime University that was followed by the luncheon at Tokyu Hotel. First half of the program included the brief sharing of the research conducted by the graduating student during his/her course of study in Japan. A token of memory was granted to students including spouse and their children.

The program started with the welcome remarks by Mr. Arjun Shrestha, Secretary, NeFE. Brief sharing of the research followed the welcome remarks. Mr. Achyut Nainabasti who received Ph.D degree from Graduate School of Agricultural Science talked briefly about his research on rice production and marketing system with special reference to Chitwan district of Nepal. The paper attempted to analyze the situation of rice production, efficiency of the farmers in production and distribution; and problems encountered in context of Nepal. The paper has also made comparative analysis of the production and marketing system of Japan and has recommended prospects for Nepal, he said.

Mr. Bhoj Raj Pantha was the next speaker. He has been awarded Doctoral Degree in Engineering from the Graduate School of Science and Engineering. He said his research at Ehime University dealt with road infrastructure and landslide in context of Nepal with particular case studies from Nepal. His research dealt with both new road construction mainly GIS model for roadway route selection and maintenance of existing highways. He considered Kathmandu – Hetauda section as the study area for roadway route optimization model and certain stretch of Prthivi and Mugling – Narayanghat highways (from Jogimara to Jugedi Bazar) as the study area for highway maintenance prioritization model. He said the research has rather opened up a way for further research in these fields. He expressed his commitment to continue working on it contributing on the sustainable development of the country.

Ms. Ava Khatri shared briefly about her research on usage of fly ash as a supplementary environment friendly means of concrete construction. She completed Master Course from the Graduate School of Science and Engineering. Her research analyzed the strengths and drawbacks of the flyash.

The program continued with the handing of the token of memory to the graduating students, and their family members. Ms. Sharaswoti Bharati, President, NeFE granted a token of memory and flower bouquet.

The program invited Mr. Ranjan Kumar Dahal as a guest. Ms. Bharati bestowed him a flower bouquet as a token of farewell for his successful accomplishment of Ph.D degree from Kagawa University.

Mr. Pashupati Poudel expressed the words of appreciation to the friends who are graduating in this session of March 09. He appreciated their effort and perseverance to accomplish the academic career in the Ehime University and wished them a successful future.

Mr. Netra Prakash Bhandary, Advisor, NeFE highlighted on the importance of being in the community sharing what he has learnt from his 11years journey in Japan. He urged for the same solidarity and cooperation in order to pursue ourselves towards a good society and professional enhancement.
The first session concluded with the vote of thanks from Ms. Bharati. The entire program was facilitated by Ms. Manita Timilsina.A total of 22 participants were present at the program.

Farewell program is one of the events NeFE organizes annually. It aims at enhancing social relations and solidarity among Nepalese residing in Matsuyama.

Ms. Uprety bagged award

Ms. Anupama Uprety residing in Matsuyama won first prize in a Photo Exhibition organized by Matsuyama International Center on 6th February 09. The exhibition entitled “Japan which you find in Matsuyama” was observed by numbers of Japanese and other nationals. She bagged the award of a book voucher amounted 10,000 yen and other special prizes.

NeFE congratulates Ms. Uprety for her endeavor and wish for the similar accomplishments in the future course of life.