Parliamentary Hearing Committee seeks more details on proposed ambassador to Japan as deadline for decision nears
Summary
The Parliamentary Hearing Committee has sought more details on Jigyan Kumar Thapa’s nomination as Nepal’s ambassador to Japan, including questions over his permanent residency status and possible benefits from the Japanese government. The committee must decide on the nomination by November 6, or the government may proceed with the appointment.
Key Points
- The Parliamentary Hearing Committee has put on hold its decision on Jigyan Kumar Thapa’s nomination as ambassador to Japan and asked for further details through the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
- Lawmakers want clarification on whether Thapa had renounced his permanent residency in Japan and whether he received salary or benefits from Japanese government funds.
- Concerns have also been raised about a possible conflict of interest because Thapa lived in Japan for nearly 25 years and returned to Nepal specifically to seek the ambassador post.
- The committee must complete the hearing process and inform the Office of the Prime Minister and Council of Ministers by November 6.
