Kathmandu, April 18 -- Garrett Wilkerson is the public affairs chief at the US Embassy in Kathmandu. He has previously served in various diplomatic roles in countries such as Bangladesh, the United Kingdom, the Republic of Korea and the Bahamas.

In this conversation with the Post's Anish Ghimire, Wilkerson discusses the role of Public Affairs Office in supporting the US Embassay's diplomatic efforts in Nepal and how literature can contribute to mutual understanding between two countries.

How does the Public Affairs Office support the embassy's diplomatic efforts in Nepal?

The Public Affairs Office plays a crucial role in supporting the Embassy's diplomatic endeavours in Nepal. Our main task is to develop programmes aligned with the Uni...