Newly-appointed UNHCR Representative in Nepal, Kevin J. Allen, presented his Letter of Credentials to the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, Kamal Thapa on Monday.

UNHCR Representative Allen arrived in Nepal on June 18 to take up his new assignment. He began his career with the UN Refugee Agency in 1999. Since then Reprenstative Allen has served in a number of countries including Tajikistan, Japan, Afghanistan, Mexico, Kenya and the United States.

Before coming to Nepal, he served as the UNHCR Representative in Tajikistan.

Upon assuming office, Allen said, “The Government and people of Nepal have a proud tradition of protecting those who are forced to flee persecution and war. I look forward to working with the Government and UNHCR partners to continue this important work, in a spirit of collaboration and compassion.”