Draft of NRNA Bill to undergo comprehensive discussion, says Foreign Minister Khanal
Summary
Foreign Minister Shisir Khanal announced that the draft Non-Resident Nepali Bill will be extensively discussed with stakeholders before being presented to Parliament.
Key Points
- Foreign Minister Shisir Khanal stated the NRN Bill draft is a 'zero draft' open for discussion.
- The draft will undergo thorough deliberations with all relevant stakeholders before parliamentary presentation.
- Association of Nepali Origin (ANO) criticized some clauses as impractical and insufficient for diaspora connection.
- ANO proposed amendments to expand definitions and scope for Nepalis abroad beyond the third generation.
