RSP chair Lamichhane heading to India amid uncertainty over PM Shah’s visit
Summary
Rabi Lamichhane, chair of the RSP party, is visiting New Delhi on a three-day official trip at India's invitation amid ongoing friction and uncertainty over Prime Minister Shah's visit to India.
Key Points
- Rabi Lamichhane is visiting New Delhi at the invitation of India amid rising friction between Kathmandu and New Delhi.
- Lamichhane is scheduled to meet key Indian leaders including Prime Minister Narendra Modi and External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar.
- The visit comes amid postponement of Indian Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri's trip to Kathmandu and disputes over Lipulekh and customs duties.
- Nepali government officials maintain that Lamichhane's visit is separate from and not a substitute for Prime Minister Shah's planned visit to India.
