US President Barack Obama has congratulated Prime Minister KP Oli on his election. In his message to Prime Minister Oli, President Obama assured that the American people will stand shoulder to shoulder with Nepal as it tries to recover from the devastating earthquake of April 25,and strengthen its democratic institutions, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said in a statement on Wednesday.  

Obama also said that the US looks forward to continue to work with the Nepal government through the Millennium Challenge Corporation for Nepal’s long-term economic growth efforts.

Recalling the 70 years of partnership between the two countries, the US president said that his country stands ready to work closely with Nepal to advance unity, prosperity and resilience in the months and years ahead.