Kathmandu, Nepal – Dr. Sainbuyan Nergui, the abbot of the Sain Nomuun Buddhist Monastery in Mongolia, is currently visiting Nepal as part of his efforts to enhance religious and cultural collaboration between the two nations. During his visit, Dr. Nergui has been actively engaging with Nepali authorities and institutions to further deepen historical ties.
Speaking about the purpose of his visit, Dr. Nergui stated, “I am currently working with the Lumbini Development Trust and Lumbini Buddhist University as a visiting professor for a short period. The main objective of my trip is to promote religious and cultural tourism between Nepal and Mongolia. Our two nations share a spiritual heritage that has connected us for centuries. Mongolia embraced Buddhism over 2,200 years ago, and it was Nepal that first introduced and spread Buddhism in our land. This deep-rooted connection must be preserved and nurtured for future generations.”
Meeting with Prime Minister K.P. Sharma Oli
Dr. Nergui also met with Nepal’s former Prime Minister K.P. Sharma Oli, discussing various aspects of bilateral cooperation in religious and cultural tourism. Reflecting on the meeting, he said, “I have had the opportunity to meet Prime Minister Oli twice in the past, where we exchanged views on strengthening religious and cultural ties between Nepal and Mongolia. During our recent discussion, I conveyed official greetings and invitations from the Mongolian government. I was pleased to hear that Prime Minister Oli is planning to visit Mongolia this summer, with both sides officially agreeing to the visit.”
During their meeting, they also discussed the establishment of a Mongolian temple in Lumbini Park and the Lumbini Buddhist Project in Mongolia. Dr. Nergui shared that “Prime Minister Oli expressed Nepal’s commitment to enhancing bilateral relations, particularly in the area of religious and cultural tourism.”
Strengthening Bilateral Ties
Dr. Nergui expressed his appreciation for Nepal’s initiative to foster religious connections, particularly highlighting the invitation extended by Prime Minister Oli to Mongolian religious and cultural figures. “On this year’s Buddha’s birth anniversary, the Prime Minister officially invited monks, scholars, and cultural figures from Mongolia to Nepal to celebrate together. This signifies the beginning of broader cooperation between our two nations,” he remarked.
As his visit continues, Dr. Nergui remains optimistic about the future of Nepal-Mongolia relations. “I hope that our religious and cultural ties will grow even stronger in the coming years. On behalf of the people of Mongolia, I extend my best wishes for the health and prosperity of Nepal’s people.”
With Nepal and Mongolia sharing a profound historical and spiritual connection, such high-level discussions and collaborations are expected to pave the way for a stronger and more meaningful relationship between the two Buddhist nations.
