Kathmandu — Mahesh Kumar Basnet, First Vice President of the Nepal Association of Foreign Employment Agencies (NAFEA) and Chairman of Global Rising Group, has been conferred the title of “Ambassador for Peace” by the Universal Peace Federation (UPF).
The recognition acknowledges Basnet’s contributions to Nepali society, social responsibility, and efforts to promote peace, cooperation and mutual understanding through his professional and social engagements.
Recognition on the International Day of Non-Violence
The recognition was presented by Prof. Dr. Janardan Lamichhane, Vice Chancellor of the Nepal Academy of Science and Technology (NAST), during a program organized on October 2 to mark the International Day of Non-Violence.
The occasion highlighted peace, social responsibility, cooperation and the role of responsible leadership in contributing to a more peaceful society.
Leadership in Nepal’s Foreign Employment Sector
Basnet has been actively involved in Nepal’s foreign employment and business sectors for many years. His work has included helping connect Nepali youth with international employment opportunities and contributing to efforts aimed at making foreign employment more organized and dignified.
He currently serves as First Vice President of the Nepal Association of Foreign Employment Agencies (NAFEA) and as Chairman of Global Rising Group.
Through these leadership roles, his professional work intersects with employment, economic opportunity, responsible recruitment and the broader social responsibilities associated with the foreign employment sector.
Nepal Association of Foreign Employment Agencies (NAFEA)
Global Rising Group
Peace, Employment and Social Responsibility
While accepting the recognition, Basnet described the “Ambassador for Peace” title not simply as a personal achievement, but as encouragement to take greater responsibility toward society.
He emphasized the connection between education, skills and employment opportunities for young people, and the wider impact that employment can have on family economic stability, social stability and the development of a peaceful society.
Basnet also expressed his commitment to continue working to connect young people with employment opportunities while promoting social cooperation and a culture of peace, respect and mutual understanding through his professional and social engagements.
About the Ambassador for Peace Recognition
The Universal Peace Federation is an international and interfaith peace network that brings together participants from government, civil society, religious institutions, academia, business and other sectors around initiatives related to peace, dialogue, cooperation and social development.
The recognition of Basnet brings together his work in Nepal’s foreign employment sector, business leadership and social engagement with wider themes of peace, responsibility and international cooperation.
Coverage from Independent Media
The recognition was reported by multiple Nepali national and foreign-employment media outlets. Original reports are linked below.
