Development Diplomacy In Spotlight
Summary
Prime Minister Balendra Shah’s government has completed 100 days in office, moving ahead with a 100-point reform plan focused on corruption control, good governance and development diplomacy. The administration has also pushed money-laundering probes, new governance bills and a stricter diplomatic code of conduct while stressing Nepal’s territorial claims and bilateral talks with neighboring countries.
Key Points
- The government marked 100 days in office and is implementing a 100-point reform plan tied to the Rastriya Swatantra Party’s election promises.
- Authorities have moved against alleged corruption and money laundering, including investigations involving former prime ministers and other prominent figures.
- The House of Representatives passed key bills on anti-money laundering, cooperatives and public procurement to strengthen governance.
- The government says it is pursuing ‘development diplomacy’ and a more disciplined foreign-policy approach, including on border issues with India.
