The era of anti-India nationalism is over, Wagle says
Summary
Finance Minister Swarnim Wagle said the era of linking Nepali nationalism with anti-India sentiment is over, signaling Kathmandu’s push to deepen ties with New Delhi. He also said Prime Minister Balendra Shah could visit India by the end of 2026 and highlighted India’s role in disaster assistance and economic cooperation.
Key Points
- Finance Minister Swarnim Wagle said Nepal and India share a deep relationship and that the new government wants to take bilateral ties to a new level.
- He said the era when nationalism in Nepal was associated with anti-India sentiment is over.
- Wagle suggested Prime Minister Balendra Shah could visit India by the end of 2026, though no official date has been set.
- He stressed India’s role in disaster relief, trade, transit and tourism, and said stronger economic ties would support better political relations.
