PM Shah’s border remarks were linked to cross-border land use, says foreign ministry
Summary
Nepal's Ministry of Foreign Affairs clarified Prime Minister Balendra Shah's remarks about cross-border land occupation with India, emphasizing no territorial claims were made and border issues would be resolved diplomatically.
Key Points
- Prime Minister Balendra Shah acknowledged cross-border land occupation between Nepal and India during a parliamentary session.
- The Ministry of Foreign Affairs clarified that the remarks referred to cross-border land use, not territorial claims.
- Technical studies show some land occupied by Nepal may lie on the Indian side and vice versa.
- Shah emphasized that border disputes including those over Lipulekh, Limpiyadhura, and Kalapani will be addressed through diplomatic dialogue.
