Noah Hogan, left, along with Kohima DC B Henok Buchem, middle, during a courtesy visit in Kohima on October 28. (DIPR Photo)
Kohima, October 29 (MExN): Noah Hogan, Consul at the Consulate General of the United States of America in Kolkata, paid a courtesy visit to Kohima Deputy Commissioner B Henok Buchem, NCS, on October 28 ahead of the upcoming Hornbill Festival, a DIPR update stated.
During the meeting, Hogan said the US Consulate General in Kolkata oversees a vast jurisdiction covering Jharkhand, Bihar and the entire Northeast region, with a primary focus on the welfare and safety of American citizens visiting these areas.
He said the visit aimed to strengthen engagement, establish key contacts and identify essential local resources, including hospitals, doctors and lawyers, to ensure that American citizens receive prompt and coordinated assistance from the local government in the event of an emergency.
During their interaction, Buchem and Hogan discussed visa application procedures and explored opportunities for cooperation in areas of mutual interest.
Hogan also briefed the deputy commissioner on the planned visit of the US ambassador to Nagaland during the upcoming Hornbill Festival.
Buchem thanked the consul for the visit and highlighted the historical ties between the United States and Nagaland, particularly the contributions of American missionaries during the 19th century in transforming the state's social and educational landscape.
He expressed optimism that both sides would continue to strengthen their longstanding relationship and build on the shared ties to promote future growth and regional prosperity.
