Kathmandu: The Alliance Francaise in cooperation with the French embassy observed the tenth anniversary of teaching French language in Nepal, Saturday, that coincided with the Francophone day, March 20, each year.

Speaking on the occasion, the chief guest of the ceremony, Pashupati S. Rana, told the gathering that Nepal had been in touch with the French since the time of Prime Minister Bhimsen Thapa.

“France is a reliable partner of Nepal and we are very much thankful to the French people and government for their support being extended to this country on development “, said Rana—the RPP President.

The French Ambassador, Mr. Claude Ambrosini, assured the gathering that his country would continue to provide support to Nepal.

Ambassador Ambrosini dwelt at length on the importance of the celebration of the Francophone day.

The director at the AF, Ms. Chantal Lama, spoke of the growing desire of the Nepalese students to learn French language.

A cultural program followed the cocktail reception.