Time to rewrite the constitution
“It is time to move beyond the idea of political stability to the idea of constitutional stability.” Prime Minister KP Oli’s move to dissolve Parliament has unleashed a phase of political uncertainty which could devour more than the legislative body. Oli’s political endgame is not clear; it has brought into play internal political conflict, foreign…
Why are the Nepali politicians afraid of Sarita Giri?
Who is Sarita Giri? Sarita Giri has been in political talks over the past couple of weeks. In an effort to retaliate India’s unilateral construction of trade link road via Lipulekh, the Oli government issued a new political map and decided to amend the constitution, and since then, Sarita Giri has been expressing controversial statements.…
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Realignment, Post COVID-19
The world must understand that the virus is the sole enemy as of now. Instead of increasing complications, it will be in the best interest of each country to work together and develop an antidote.
Nepali and Chinese Perspectives on Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi’s visit to Nepal
A. Nepali Perspective: With the current visit of a Chinese delegation led by its foreign minister Wang Yi, Nepal’s hope of seeing Xi Jinping in Nepal has heightened. Wang’s visit gave a positive impression to Nepal for the long-awaited visit of the Chinese president. After meeting Wang, Nepali leaders said that China has been using…
End of the ‘tacking’ strategy
With deeper integration, Nepal may no longer be able to swing freely between India and China as in the past. Since 1951, when the people overthrew the Ranas, Nepal has used the strategy of ‘tacking’ to sail through the influence exerted by China and India. For example, in 1956, King Mahendra appointed Tanka Prasad Acharya…
News Digest International Relations & Foreign Affairs (July 8-14, 2021)
8 lakh doses of vaccines have arrived from China 8 lakh doses of Verocell vaccines bought from China’s Sinopharm Company has arrived to Nepal on July 9. Nepal has bought 40 lakh doses from the company. The health department has planned to bring remaining doses in two phases. UK is providing vaccines through COVAX facility…
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News Digest International Relations & Foreign Affairs (1 – 7 July, 2021)
Nepal has people to people level relation with the US In the 10th AGM of the National coordination committee of Non- Resident Nepalese Association in New York on July 3, the Nepali envoy expressed appreciation to the US government for its support to Nepal to overcome the pandemic. He also stated that the US and…
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News Digest – International Relations & Foreign Affairs (June 24-30, 2021)
Nepal received essential supplies from Canada Canada has provided 27 ventilators, 15,048 face shields and 1,890 disposable gowns to Nepal on June 27. Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Nepal issued a press release on June 28 expressing gratitude to Canadian government for the cooperation and efforts to help Nepal fight against the pandemic. Nepal received…
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News Digest: International Relations & Foreign Affairs (June 17-23)
False rumors about procuring vaccine from China The Ministry of Health and Population released a press statement on June 17 stating that the news which has been circulating in the media with regard to procurement of 4 million doses of COVID-19 vaccine from China is false. The government has not come up with the decision…
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News Digest – International Relation & Foreign Affairs (June 10 -16, 2021)
President’s efforts to secure vaccines fail Officials at the President’s office and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs have confirmed that they have not received any response to President’s letter from any heads of states. However, they have been verbal communication with some states and the process is on-going according to an advisor of the president.…
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June Analysis: International Relations and Foreign Affairs
The COVID-19 Pandemic and its Geopolitical Implications in Nepal Inflow of International Assistance Continues DateInternational AidsJune 5Australian Government has provided supplies worth 1.8 million AUD which includes face shields, gloves and surgical masksJune 9Germany provided 112 ventilators, 2,068,500 K95 masks, 29,000 pulse oximeters, 34,030,000 surgical masks, 5 isolation centre tents, 400 gum boots, 25,000 litres…
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May Analysis: Diplomacy during the Pandemic
Table of Major International Aids Received DateInternational AidsMay 11, 2021China provided 400 units of oxygen and 20 ventilators. Bangladesh provided 5,000 vials of remdesivir, needles and PPEMay 13, 2021The European Union provided NPR 282 million worth assistanceMay 15, 2021Oman provided 600 oxygen cylindersMay 19, 2021Spain provided assistance worth 1 million Euros which includes ventilators, oxygen…
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April Analysis: Nepal’s Endeavors to Bolster Foreign Relations
1.1 Table: Major events vis-à-vis foreign relation in April, 2021 DateMajor EventsApril 11Former King Gyanendra visited Uttarakhand to participate in Kumbh MelaApril 13Israeli Embassy donated medical equipment to Nepal Nepal absent in Raisina Dialogue held in New DelhiApril 14Envoy Mahendra Bahadur Pandey presented letter of credence to Chinese PresidentApril 17PM held all party meeting to…
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Monthly Analysis: March 2021
MONTHLY ANALYSIS March 2021 Table of contents: A. Domestic Politics: Mahesh KushwhaaB. Governance: Shaleen ShahC. Federalism: Phiroj ChaudharyD. International and Foreign Affairs: Ajaya Bhadra KhanalE: National Security and Climate Change: Shuvangi Poudyal. A. DOMESTIC POLITICS 1. Timeline of Important Political Events in March, 2021 1.1 The Communist Party(ies): Dates and events:March 3: Nepal Communist Party…
Nepal’s inevitable geopolitical dilemma
The Supreme Court’s verdict stating the reinstatement of the parliament on February 23 was internationally applauded. The verdict came after PM Oli decided to dissolve the parliament unconstitutionally in December and called for fresh elections. The judiciary body’s verdict will also likely push Oli under a no-confidence vote. Nepal’s political instability comes at a time…
News Digest (July 02– July 08, 2020)
The discrimination faced by transgender community in society is persistent and the government lacks in taking sufficient action to ensure their rights.
Monthly News Analysis – July 2019
Summary Federalism and democratization followed by credible transfer of power to the intermediate classes—people who provide support to the political elites in return for privileges and benefits—has helped Nepal attain relative peace and stability. The possibility of political and social stability depends on many factors including the relations between the state, political elites, and the…
Monthly News Analysis – June 2019
Summary The US has been tightening its grip in the South Asian region alluring the countries with additional financial assistance. Nepal as a country in South Asian region cannot remain unaffected of the US assertion and has already received a huge commitment under the MCC. However, Nepal should have a coherent foreign policy in projecting…
News Digest June 8-14, 2019
Ruling Party Policy, Programmes, and Budget Members of the National Assembly expressed doubt over effective implementation of the budget. The members in the discussion at the Assembly claimed that budget was estimated without any homework.[1] Likewise, Financial Comptroller General Office reported that the government spent only 46.22 percent of budget in the current fiscal year.…
News Digest (August 13 – August 19, 2020)
40 District Administration Offices (DOPs) have imposed partial or complete prohibition in different areas after a spike in the Coronavirus cases.
Nepal’s trade relations with its neighbors and the role of economic diplomacy
Photo: RSS Centre for Social Inclusion and Federalism (CESIF) organized a webinar on February 24, 2020, focusing on “Nepal’s trade relations with its neighbors and the role of economic diplomacy.” Speakers: Mr Purushottam Ojha – He served as the Secretary of Ministry of Industry, Commerce, and Supplies. He is currently a freelance consultant in the…
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Disputes on the Northern Border of Nepal—The Case of Humla
Photo: RSS Centre for Social Inclusion and Federalism (CESIF) held an event on February 9, 2021, focusing on ‘Disputes on the Northern Border of Nepal – The Case of Humla’ at Hotel Summit, Sanepa, Lalitpur. Jiwan Bahadur Shahi, Karnali Province’s opposition Nepali Congress leader and lawmaker, was the chief presenter at the event. Former Director…
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BRI Summit Re-strengthening International Relations
International relations, being interdisciplinary in nature, connects nations from political, economic and cultural aspects. The practices and trends in global interstate system stimulate individual states to behave in the favor of its national interest. National policies and agendas are built to blend with the global trends within the boundaries of international laws. One state’s processes,…
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