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It expressed readiness to strengthen cooperation and deepen dialogue on democratic resilience and inclusive governance across Asia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The organisation also extended an invitation to Nepal for the 13th ICAPP General Assembly scheduled to be held in Seoul from November 4 to 7.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Separately, the Communist Party of China (CPC), through its International Department, congratulated the RSP stating that China and Nepal share a strategic partnership built on \u201ceverlasting friendship\u201d and cooperation for development and prosperity. 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