Kathmandu, [17th October 2025] - Details of an important historical item that proves the international prestige and diplomatic reach of a major pillar of Nepali political history, the founder president of the Mongol National Organization, His Excellency Dr. Gopal Gurung, have been made public. This gift from the People's Republic of China sheds light on the historical relationship of China-Nepal friendship with Dr. Gopal Gurung.

The item seen in the photo is a special commemorative medal or plaque, which was issued on the occasion of the 60th anniversary of the founding of the People's Liberation Army (PLA) of China in 2007. The PLA was founded on 1 August, 1926. This important diplomatic gift was formally presented to Dr. Gopal Gurung by Fan Huanlin, the Defense Attaché of the Chinese Embassy in Nepal at that time. The status of Defense Attaché itself makes this gift clear as a major importance for the state and Asian nations.

 Notably, this gift was presented to him by the PLA's "Military and Air Arts" department or branch. It signals cultural exchanges and Asian geopolitical friendship under military diplomacy. Such gifts are usually used to reinforce the sense of common interests, regional security, and political unity between two nations.

Historical and Diplomatic Significance: The value of this commemorative medal lies not only in its physical structure but also in the historical, Asian political and diplomatic context associated with it. No nation offers such honorable gifts to the leaders of other countries on the occasion of important anniversaries of its army. Therefore, it is clear that the Chinese government views Dr. Gopal Gurung as a major political figure who can play an important role in strengthening not only the relations between Nepal and China but also the relations of the Asian continent.

The anniversary medal of the People's Liberation Army is not just a commemorative object, it is a historical living witness to the friendship and cooperation between Nepal and China. It presents irrefutable evidence of the high-level international recognition that the great man Dr. Gopal Gurung achieved in his political life. Such historical objects are invaluable resources for the study of Nepal's political history, especially international relations. This collection can become a means to always remember and study a glorious chapter in Nepali political history.

This incident made Dr. It indicates that the Mongol National Organization (MNO) founded by Gopal Gurung has gained international recognition and prestige. The fact that a world power like China addresses him according to formal diplomatic customs and exchanges gifts with him can be said to be a sign of his credibility and influence.