Foreign delegates arriving for Congress convention
Summary
Foreign delegates from several countries are expected to attend the 15th General Convention of the Nepali Congress in Kathmandu, though participation will be limited because of floods, heavy rain and other constraints. Party leaders say around 7,500 delegates will take part, with 7,028 already confirmed.
Key Points
- The Nepali Congress is set to begin its 15th General Convention in Kathmandu on Sunday with a limited number of foreign delegates.
- Invitations were sent to parties and organisations from India, China, Bangladesh, the United States, the United Kingdom, Germany and Socialist International, but only a few representatives are expected to attend.
- Chantal Kambiwa of Socialist International has arrived in Kathmandu carrying a message from Spain’s Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez.
- Around 7,500 delegates are expected in total, and 7,028 have already been confirmed.
