Opinion | The neoliberal in Nordic garb
Summary
The Rastriya Swatantra Party's policies in Nepal, despite claiming centrist and social market commitments, align closely with late-stage neoliberal economic reforms and raise concerns about administrative autocracy infringing democratic norms.
Key Points
- The Rastriya Swatantra Party rejects neoliberal labeling but implements policies resembling late-stage neoliberalism.
- Economic reforms prioritize deregulation, marketization of public assets, and opening sectors to foreign investment.
- The party's use of Public-Private Partnerships mirrors World Bank models, potentially fueling crony capitalism.
- Administrative actions, including urban eviction campaigns, undermine liberal democratic norms and due process.
