Ambassador Kelly's Hornbill Festival visit boosts Ireland-Nagaland cultural and economic ties
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News18 English•03/12/2025
Ambassador Kelly's Hornbill Festival visit boosts Ireland-Nagaland cultural and economic ties
- •Ambassador of Ireland to India, Kevin Kelly attended the Hornbill Festival in Nagaland, praising its vibrant opening ceremony and cultural diversity.
- •Kelly highlighted the uniqueness of Naga culture, from traditional dance and music to contemporary fashion comparable to global runways.
- •Ireland's participation in the festival is seen as a two-way cultural exchange, encouraging Naga youth to explore Ireland for tourism, study, or work.
- •Kelly noted similarities between Nagaland's green landscapes and Ireland, known as the "Emerald Isle."
- •The visit also explored economic opportunities, with Enterprise Ireland assessing possibilities in agri-tech and other sectors.
Why it matters: Strengthened Ireland-Nagaland ties boost cultural understanding and future economic collaboration.
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