# India-Nepal bilateral relations and cooperation > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/india-nepal-bilateral-relations-and-cooperation > Updated: 2026-09-17T01:53:52.000Z. Sources: 12. Developments: 2. India and Nepal have engaged in a series of high-level bilateral meetings to strengthen security, trade, and diplomatic cooperation. In August 2026, the 14th Joint Working Group met in Dehradun to address border management. Discussions focused on resolving boundary disputes through historical records and implementing modern surveillance technology, such as drones and CCTV, to prevent illegal activities like trafficking and smuggling. The meeting also addressed cybercrime and disaster management coordination. By September 2026, diplomatic efforts expanded to include economic and infrastructure development. The India-Nepal Inter-Governmental Sub-Committee reviewed trade and transit issues, specifically targeting market access for agricultural and pharmaceutical products and the digitalization of customs. Additionally, discussions between finance ministers addressed post-disaster reconstruction following floods in Nepal and explored expanding cross-border energy trade through Nepal’s hydropower potential. ## Timeline ### 2026-09-17: India and Nepal hold talks on trade, transit, and disaster recovery India and Nepal are strengthening bilateral ties through high-level talks focused on trade, transit connectivity, and economic cooperation, including post-flood reconstruction and energy partnerships. 7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/nepal-finance-minister-swarnim-wagle-begins-three-day-visit-to-india ### 2026-08-20: India and Nepal hold border management talks in Dehradun India and Nepal met in Dehradun for the 14th Joint Working Group meeting to discuss border management, security surveillance using modern technology, and resolving boundary disputes via historical maps. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/india-and-nepal-agree-to-enhance-border-security-and-surveillance --- Cite as: India-Nepal bilateral relations and cooperation. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/india-nepal-bilateral-relations-and-cooperation