Lamichhane, Modi signal reset in Nepal-India ties
Summary
Rabi Lamichhane and Narendra Modi discussed resetting Nepal-India ties, focusing on development diplomacy and partnership. Modi invited Nepal's Prime Minister Balendra Shah to India. Both sides express readiness for closer cooperation.
Key Points
- Rabi Lamichhane and Narendra Modi held over an hour-long talks to reset Nepal-India relations in a changed political context.
- India's External Affairs Ministry rejected third-party mediation in the Nepal-India boundary dispute, preferring bilateral mechanisms.
- Modi praised Lamichhane's article on bilateral ties and invited Nepal's Prime Minister Balendra Shah to India.
- Lamichhane's visit signals India's willingness to engage with the new RSP government and partner in Nepal's development priorities.
