After nearly two decades, discussions have intensified regarding the resumption of the direct Kathmandu Lhasa bus service. This service was originally launched to promote tourism and trade between Nepal and China. A recent Nepal–China Commerce Secretary-level meeting held in China reached an agreement to revive the service.
The decision was made during the third meeting of the Nepal-China Coordination Mechanism on Border Trade and Cooperation. The meeting was held on January 20 and 21, 2026, in China. Both countries agreed to resume the Kathmandu-Lhasa bus service during this meeting.
