Government and Farmers' Movement Committee Reach 7-Point Agreement
Summary
The Government of Nepal and the Farmers-Laborers Movement Committee against Microfinance and Financial Exploitation have reached a 7-point agreement after decisive talks in Kathmandu. The microfinance victims have postponed their Kathmandu-centered protest programs following the deal.
Key Points
- The Government of Nepal and the Farmers-Laborers Movement Committee reached a 7-point agreement after talks at the Ministry of Finance.
- The microfinance victims suspended their long-running Kathmandu-centric protest programs after the deal.
- The movement had intensified after earlier rounds of talks failed to produce an agreement.
- The government resumed talks following a self-immolation attempt at Maitighar Mandala amid frustration over the stalled negotiations.
