Six Nepali Books Translated into Chinese Unveiled in Chengdu

Six Nepali books translated into Chinese were officially unveiled in Chengdu, China, as part of a government initiative to introduce Nepali literature to international readers.

The books were released on October 16 during the Tianfu Book Fair, marking another step in the literary and cultural exchange between Nepal and China.

Six Nepali Books Released in Chinese

The following six Nepali literary works were translated into Chinese and officially launched at the event:

1. Laxmi Prasad Devkota: Laxmi Nibandha Sangraha

2. Bhishma Uprety: Himalaya, Sherpa Ra Yeti

3. Dhruva Chandra Gautam: Alikhit

4. Sarubhakta: Chuli

5. Dr. Raju Adhikari: Yasto Hos Jeevanshaili

6. Sulochana: Jeevanbata Jeevan Sikaun

The collection includes works by prominent Nepali literary figures, including Laxmi Prasad Devkota, alongside other Nepali writers.

Nepal–China Book Translation Agreement

The translation and publication project was initiated under a bilateral agreement signed between the governments of Nepal and China on September 25, 2023.

Under the agreement, the two countries aim to translate and publish:

• 25 Nepali books into Chinese

• 25 Chinese books into Nepali

The initiative seeks to make literary works from both countries accessible to readers in their respective languages.

It also aims to introduce Nepali creative writing, culture and perspectives on life to a wider international audience.

Promoting Nepali Literature and Cultural Exchange

The book translation and publication project is intended to expand the international reach of Nepali literature and promote cultural understanding through literary exchange.

By making Nepali literary works available in Chinese, the initiative seeks to introduce Chinese readers to Nepal's creative traditions, cultural heritage and perspectives on life.

The government's initiative is expected to contribute to the wider international circulation of Nepali books, encourage literary exchange and further strengthen cultural relations between Nepal and China.