Nepali Communist Leaders, Diplomats, Intellectuals Call for Unity to Defend Nationalism

Summary

Leaders of Nepal’s communist parties, diplomats and leftist intellectuals have called for unity to defend nationalism, warning that the country faces an unprecedented crisis. They also urged the government and public to focus on rescue and relief after the Bhote Koshi flood disaster in Rasuwa and Nuwakot.

Key Points
  • Leaders from communist parties, diplomats and intellectuals said Nepal must unite to protect nationalism amid what they described as a severe crisis.
  • Speakers linked the crisis to foreign influence, disputed agreements such as MCC, SPP and the Mahakali Treaty, and urged a united patriotic front.
  • The gathering also called for coordinated rescue and relief efforts after the Bhote Koshi flood that hit areas including Rasuwa and Nuwakot.
  • Several speakers warned against external intervention and proposed stronger self-reliance, disaster diplomacy and economic development measures.
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