Lawmaker Shahi alleges foreign pressure, financial interests in ambassador appointments
Summary
Gyanendra Shahi has accused the government of ignoring its own criteria in recommending ambassadors, alleging foreign pressure or financial interests behind the appointments. He cited several proposed envoys, including nominees for the United States, Spain, Germany, Oman and South Korea.
Key Points
- RPP parliamentary party leader Gyanendra Shahi accused the government of violating its own criteria in ambassador nominations.
- He alleged the decisions may be driven by foreign pressure or billions of rupees in financial interests.
- Shahi cited proposed ambassadors for the United States, Spain, Germany, Oman and South Korea as examples of questionable appointments.
- He demanded that the government explain the alleged violations in Parliament.
