Finance Minister Rameshwar Khanal Denies Interest in National Assembly Seat Amid New Government Formation Buzz
Summary
Finance Minister Rameshwar Khanal denies interest in joining the National Assembly amid new government formation. The Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) prepares key ministerial roles with Swarnim Wagle expected to become the next Finance Minister under new Prime Minister Balendra Shah.
Key Points
- Finance Minister Rameshwar Khanal denies any desire to join the National Assembly despite initial speculation and interest.
- Prime Minister Sushila Karki supports Khanal's appointment to the National Assembly, praising his economic management during crisis.
- Uncertainty about retaining the Finance Ministry role is the primary reason for Khanal's reluctance to move to the National Assembly.
- RSP leader Balendra Shah is expected to become the next Prime Minister, with Dr. Swarnim Wagle likely to be appointed Finance Minister instead of Khanal.
