The move is expected to come into effect from 2023 as the two countries plan to upgrade their trade, transit ties, even as Nepal seeks greater access to Indian markets for tea, spices.
Modi and Deuba, who has earlier held the PM's chair for four other terms, Saturday agreed to give priority to trade and cross-border connectivity initiatives in all respects.
Official sources say since India and Nepal have visa-free travel, other countries' nationals would make travel cumbersome due to immigration, customs and visa-checking procedures.
During his visit to New Delhi on the invitation of his Indian counterpart, Gen. Sharma will be conferred with the title of honorary 'General of Indian Army', the Nepal Army said.
The two countries signed an SOP and MoU to ensure early start of the rail services and also discussed the ongoing works on two broad gauge railway lines, the MEA said.
Speaking at the UN General Assembly debate, the new Nepal Foreign Minister said that their worldview is shaped by its adherence to the principle of 'amity with all & enmity with none'.
This was the first meeting between the two ministers. On 22 September, Nepal PM had appointed Narayan Khadka as foreign minister to lead the country's delegation to the ongoing UNGA.
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