Prime Minister Balen Shah Meets Indian and Chinese Ambassadors, Easing Diplomatic Tensions
Summary
Prime Minister Balendra Shah has held separate meetings with the ambassadors of India and China in Kathmandu, signaling a possible thaw in Nepal’s diplomatic relations. Discussions are also underway for future high-level visits and invitations, including the BRICS summit and a possible meeting with the U.S. charge d’affaires.
Key Points
- Prime Minister Balendra Shah met the ambassadors of India and China separately on Monday after previously avoiding individual diplomatic meetings.
- Former ambassadors and analysts say the move may ease tensions and improve Nepal’s external relations.
- Talks are also underway about future visits and invitations, including the BRICS summit and possible meetings with other diplomats.
- Rabi Lamichhane and pending high-level visits from India and China are also mentioned in the broader diplomatic context.
