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Bringing together heritage, hospitality, and harmony, the Nepal-Korea Fusion Fest 2025 is a landmark celebration of two nations connected through shared values and growing cultural ties. Scheduled to be held on November 29, 2025, at the prestigious Yeouido Parliament Building in Seoul, South Korea, this event aims to foster deeper connections between Nepal and South Korea through culture, tourism, and educational exchange.

Organized by A.M.S. Music and Entertainment Pvt. Ltd., in collaboration with World Peace Union and the Service-Oriented Interactive Video Application, the festival aspires to be a meaningful platform for showcasing Nepali identity on a global stage.

Event Purpose & Highlights

The Nepal-Korea Fusion Fest is envisioned as a bridge, linking traditional and modern, east and south, mountains and metropolises. The event will feature:

• Cultural performances by renowned Nepali and Korean artists
• Traditional cuisine & costume showcases
• UNESCO World Heritage tourism promotion
• Panel discussions
• Exhibition of Nepali-made goods promoting local craftsmanship and business
• Opportunities for bilateral business partnerships.

The program also serves as a diplomatic and developmental gesture, one that celebrates the decades-long friendship between Nepal and Korea, while opening new pathways for future collaboration in travel, culture, education, and enterprise.

Press Meet

A press conference for the Nepal-Korea Fusion Fest 2025 was held on 6th July at Silouto Café, Kathmandu.

During meet, a partnership agreement was officially signed between World Peace Union Goodwill Ambassador Mr. Yosef Kang and the organizing team. Mr. Kang expressed that this upcoming event will strengthen Nepal-Korea ties and serve as a powerful platform to promote global peace through cultural diplomacy.

The historic city of Guilin, China, witnessed the powerful celebration of culture, creativity, and cross-border friendship at the 3rd A.M.S Nepal–China Cultural Fusion and Tourism Promotion: Honor and Award 2025. This landmark event was a continuation of the initiative led by A.M.S Music and Entertainment Pvt. Ltd, in collaboration with Chengdong Guilin Fuxi Asset Management and Guilin Elite Education Consulting, bringing together changemakers, cultural ambassadors, and creative minds from both Nepal and China.

The evening spotlighted a vibrant fusion of performances, heartfelt honors, and shared aspirations for tourism and cultural exchange between the two nations.

Nepal Delegation: A Strong Cultural Presence

Representing Nepal were a distinguished group of leaders, officials, artists, entrepreneurs, and social influencers whose presence made the event deeply meaningful:

• Ashim Rai, Chairperson, Thulung Dudhkoshi Rural Municipality
• Gandhi Maya Tamang, Deputy Mayor, Solududhkunda Municipality
• Dhan Raj Tamang, President, Solududhkunda Municipality, Ward No. 9
• Bipana Kulung, Deputy Mayor, Mahakulung Rural Municipality
• Sajjan Rai, President, Mapya Dudhkoshi Municipality, Ward No. 1
• Surya Bahadur Rai, Mayor, Mahakulung Rural Municipality

• Bajra Bahadur Syangtan, Businessman
• Tilak Ram Rai, Director, Belmont Adventure Trek and Tours Agency
• Indira Syangtan, Social Worker
• Bikash Maharjan, Entrepreneur, Social Worker
• Sagar Katwal, Social Spiritual Activist, Filmmaker, Entrepreneur
• Uttam Sanjel, Founder, Samata School
• Tara Lal Shrestha, Businessman

• Dev Raj Gurung, Artist
• Kamal Kumar Basnet, Senior Journalist, National News Agency
• Devika Singh, Senior Singer
• Kamal Khatri, Popular Singer
• Keshab Koirala, Senior Choreographer
• Laxmi Puri Gurung, Artist
• Tshering Lama, Artist
• Hira Lama, Model, Choreographer
• Sarmila Tamang, Dance Director, Artist
• Mingma Gyabu Sherpa, Mountaineer
• Namgel Sherpa, Youth Politician
• Sesemi Limbu Kurumbang, Host of the event
• Phurba Gyalbo Moktan, Managing Director, A.M.S Music and Entertainment
• Satyakala Tamang Lama, Chairperson, A.M.S Music and Entertainment

These individuals were honored for their contributions in promoting tourism, arts, music, entrepreneurship, and public service.

From China: Celebrated Personalities

The Chinese side brought forth equally respected personalities from academic, artistic, and cultural spheres, including:

• Wong Berli, Director, Entrepreneurship Mentor, Filmmaker, Visionary Educator
• Dr. Rahul Jha, Chairman, Guilin Medical University International Student Alumni Association
• Zeng Xiaoyun, President, Guilin Medical University
• Qing Dao, Dean, International Department, Guilin Medical University
• Ms. Huang Jingdan, Renowned Guqin Artist
• Mr. Luo Fang, Former President, Guilin Medical University
• Mr. Chen Xiao Qing, Renowned Guqin Artist
• Ms. Wang Dongyun, Singer & Golden Voice Cup Champion
• Professor Wei Bing, Director, Education Bureau, Guilin Medical University
• Ms. Julie, Host from the Chinese side

Performances & Honors

The event featured captivating musical and cultural performances from both nations. Nepali icons Devika Bandana, Kamal Khatri, and the National Dynamic Cultural Group brought the spirit of the Himalayas to Guilin, while Chinese performers enchanted the audience with classical and folk artistry.

Mountaineer Mingma Gyabu Sherpa was specially honored for promoting Nepal’s mountain tourism globally.

A Message of Unity Through Culture

In her keynote speech, Chairperson Satyakala Tamang Lama emphasized that this platform isn’t just about music and awards, it’s a mission to bridge hearts, traditions, and dreams between Nepal and China.

Managing Director Phurba Gyalbo Moktan stressed that cultural events like this uplift Nepal’s voice in the world and build sustainable international ties through the arts, heritage, and tourism.

This year’s event once again served as a cultural bridge, strengthening people-to-people diplomacy and bringing together two nations under the shared language of respect, art, and vision.

Cultural exchange program celebrating the ties between Indonesia and Nepal.

The Everest Tourism Award 2025 was a landmark celebration of excellence in Nepal’s tourism industry, held on January 15, 2025, at The Soaltee, Kathmandu. This prestigious event brought together national and international stakeholders to recognize outstanding achievements, encourage cross-border collaboration, and promote sustainable tourism under the powerful theme: "Save Himalayans for Sustainable Tourism."

Despite being landlocked, Nepal continues to draw global admiration for its majestic natural beauty, cultural richness, and spirit of adventure. The Everest Tourism Awards honored the individuals, institutions, and communities whose contributions have shaped and uplifted Nepal’s tourism landscape.

Chief Guest:

Hon. Badri Prasad Pandey, Minister of Culture, Tourism, and Civil Aviation, Government of Nepal, inaugurated the event, highlighting Nepal’s immense potential as a world-class tourist destination and emphasizing the urgent need to tackle the growing impact of climate change in the Himalayas.

Global Participation:

The event witnessed participation from 17 countries, with notable dignitaries including:

• Princess Asma Al Thani, Qatari mountaineer
• Hon. Rajesh Ranjan (Pappu Yadav), Member of Parliament, India
• Bijender Goel, Former Minister of State, Jharkhand, India
• Dr. Atlanta Kaashyap, Indian astrologer and cultural figure
• Dr. Queen Eden Soriano Trinidad, Prime Minister of Birland
• Representatives from the Embassy of Indonesia to Dhaka
• Mingma Dorjee Sherpa, Minister of Tourism and Culture, Birland
• China Government Travel Delegates
• International hoteliers, mountaineers, travel influencers, media professionals, and tourism entrepreneurs.

National Icons in Attendance:

Nepal’s own legendary personalities graced the event, including:

• Madan Krishna Shrestha – Veteran actor and cultural figure
• Chaitya Devi, Basundhara Bhusal, Bhuwan Chand – Celebrated actresses
• Devika Bandana – Renowned singer
• Many other distinguished figures from the fields of arts, hospitality, and tourism.

Award Highlights

Awards were presented in a variety of categories celebrating achievements in adventure, hospitality, environmental service, and tourism development. Key award categories included:

• Mountaineering: Kami Rita Sherpa, Nima Rinji Sherpa, Sanu Sherpa, Purnima Shrestha, Mingma Gyalzen Sherpa, and more
• Rafting: Himalayan River Exploration
• Canyoning: Rajendra Bahadur Lama
• Paragliding: Sunrise Paragliding
• Hot Air Ballooning: Bikram Bade, Balloon Nepal Pvt. Ltd.
• Ultra-Light: Avia Club Nepal Pvt. Ltd.
• Wildlife Tourism: Tiger Tops
• Bungee Jumping: The Last Resort
• Ice Fall Doctors: Late Ang Nima Sherpa, Ang Kami Sherpa, Ang Sarki Sherpa
• Mountain Biking: Sonam Gurung, Rajesh Magar, Laxmi Magar
• Rescue: Tshering Pande Bhote, Chhirring Dhenduk Bhote, Gelje Sherpa, Brg. Gen. Gunjaman Lama, Tsering Pemba Sherpa

• Chungba Sherpa
• Lhakpa Sonam Sherpa

• NATHM
• TAAN (Trekking Agencies’ Association of Nepal)
• HRA (Himalayan Rescue Association)

• Dr. Buddha Basnyat
• Basant Thapa
• Nisha Adhikari
• Dachhiri Sherpa

• Everest View Hotel
• The Soaltee Kathmandu

Lifetime Achievement & Honors

The ceremony paid heartfelt tributes to both living legends and late pioneers who shaped Nepal’s tourism legacy. Honorees included:

• Late Shambhu Tamang, Late Pasang Lhamu Sherpa, Late Min Bahadur Sherchan, Late Elizabeth Hawley, Apa Sherpa, Kancha Sherpa (Lifetime Achievement), among others
• International icons: Yuchiro Miura, Um Hong Gil, Maurice Herzog, Dr. Harka Gurung, and more.

Event Highlights & Key Outcomes:

• The official launch of the awards took place at Kalapatthar (4,600m), near Everest Base Camp, symbolizing the climate change challenges faced in the Himalayas
• A platform for international cooperation and tourism partnerships
• Awareness raised on the devastating impact of global warming, melting glaciers, and changing Himalayan ecosystems
• Strong emphasis on eco-tourism and community-based tourism models
• Extensive local and international media coverage, alongside viral social media outreach
• Participation of over 600 attendees including tourism experts, local communities, government bodies, hotel chains, and travel agencies.

Conclusion

The Everest Tourism Award 2025 was more than an event, it was a global movement to honor the past, celebrate the present, and secure the future of Himalayan tourism. Through collective action and recognition, Nepal took a bold step forward in redefining itself as a sustainable, responsible, and world-leading tourism destination.

The 2nd Edition of AMS International Honor & Award – Japan 2024 was successfully held in Tokyo, Japan. This grand cultural event was designed to celebrate Nepali identity abroad, strengthen cultural ties, and recognize achievements across various creative and social sectors. It brought together renowned Nepali and Japanese personalities, community leaders, artists, and diaspora members under one platform of unity and celebration.

Highlights:

A large delegation of well-known personalities traveled from Nepal to Japan, including:

• Senior artist Shambhujeet Baskota
• Veteran actors Shiva Shrestha and Bhuwan K.C.
• Lyricist/Composer Chetan Sapkota
• Popular singer Anju Panta
• Pop singer Kamal Khatri
• Choreographer Gajit Bista
• Journalists Rishi Dhamala and Naresh Bhattarai

The event featured honors and awards in 26 different categories, recognizing contributions in music, cinema, journalism, choreography, and community leadership.

• Legendary musician Shambhujeet Baskota was presented with a Lifetime Achievement Award, including a cash prize of NPR 71,101.
• Bhuwan K.C., Shiva Shrestha, Chetan Sapkota, Rishi Dhamala, among others, were also honored for their contributions in their respective fields.

Prominent figures contributing to the Nepali community and business in Japan were honored, including:

• Om Gurung (Chairman, JMC Money Transfer)
• Bijesh Thakali (Chairman, Nepalese Business Association Japan)
• Rabin Shrestha (Vice President, NRN IIC)
• Buddhi Gauchan, Nabin Niure, Setu Maya Tamaoke, Pasang Bishwakarma, Dadibal Khadka, Nima Lama, Rajendra Sunuwar, and others.

The event featured diverse musical and dance performances from both Nepal-based and Japan-based artists.

• Shambhujeet Baskota performed some of his iconic hits, accompanied by Anju Panta and Smita Dahal.
• Audience participation through singing and dancing created a festive atmosphere.
• Awards such as Versatile Singer (Anju Panta), Best Pop Singer (Kamal Khatri), and Best Choreographer (Gajit Bista) were highlights of the evening.

Cultural & Social Impact

The program served as a cultural bridge between Nepal and Japan, aimed at:

• Promoting Nepali tourism, art, music, and culture internationally
• Encouraging pride among the Nepali diaspora in their heritage
• Recognizing individuals contributing positively to Nepal’s global image
• Fostering conversations about the internationalization of Nepali cinema and creative industries.

Conclusion: AMS International Honor & Award – Japan 2024 was not only a celebration of excellence but also a statement of intent to build a stronger, globally recognized Nepal through art, entertainment, and cultural diplomacy.

The A.M.S. National Honor and Award 2079 was a landmark celebration of recognition and inspiration dedicated to honoring the individuals whose dedication and service have left a meaningful mark on Nepali society. Hosted by A.M.S Music and Entertainment Pvt. Ltd., this prestigious event was held on Ashoj 09, 2079, at the luxurious Hyatt Regency, Kathmandu, and brought together a rich blend of culture, pride, and national spirit.

This event marked yet another milestone in AMS’s mission to promote Nepali talent, heritage, and values through platforms that celebrate real impact. It honored leaders, artists, social changemaker