Former PM Jhalanath Khanal Criticizes Balen Government for Allowing Dalai Lama Activities

Summary

Former Prime Minister Jhalanath Khanal criticizes the Balen government for allowing Dalai Lama-related activities in Nepal, calling it an anti-national act that harms Nepal-China relations.

Key Points
  • Former PM Jhalanath Khanal criticized the Balen government for permitting Dalai Lama-related activities in Nepal, violating the One China Policy.
  • The celebration of the Dalai Lama's birthday in Swayambhu was called anti-national and disruptive to Nepal-China diplomatic ties.
  • Khanal condemned the presence of Western ambassadors at the event, labeling it as part of a larger anti-China conspiracy.
  • He urged the government to protect Nepal's interests by maintaining strong relations with both China and India and avoiding becoming a battleground for international conflicts.
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