Interpol questioned Nepal’s Deuba case. Authorities have now responded
Summary
Nepal has responded to Interpol's queries by providing additional evidence and legal documents in its effort to secure a red notice against former Prime Minister Sher Bahadur Deuba and his wife, linked to an ongoing money laundering investigation.
Key Points
- Nepal renewed its request for an Interpol red notice against former PM Sher Bahadur Deuba and his wife amid a money laundering probe.
- Interpol requested further legal and procedural clarifications, including court orders, before considering the red notice.
- Arrest warrants against the Deuba couple were issued by Kathmandu District Court in April 2025 following the investigation.
- Interpol's issuance of a red notice can be complicated by political sensitivities and concerns about fair trial and safety in Nepal.
