Foreign Ministry clarifies PM Shah's remarks on Nepal–India border issue

Summary

Nepal's Foreign Ministry clarified Prime Minister Balendra Shah's remarks on the Nepal-India border, affirming Nepal's consistent position based on diplomatic engagement to resolve boundary issues through dialogue.

Key Points
  • The Foreign Ministry clarified Prime Minister Balendra Shah's remarks regarding the Nepal–India border issue, affirming Nepal's consistent official position.
  • Nepal and India have committed to resolving boundary disputes through diplomatic dialogue and negotiations.
  • Joint technical teams from both countries are currently active in addressing boundary demarcation, encroachment, and cross-border occupation issues.
  • Preliminary technical assessments indicate some overlapping land usage across the Nepal-India boundary, reflecting historical boundary complexities.
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