Proposed ambassador to Japan Jigyan Kumar Thapa withdraws nomination
Summary
Jigyan Kumar Thapa has withdrawn his nomination as Nepal’s ambassador to Japan after a complaint questioned his eligibility over alleged Japanese permanent residency. He told the Parliamentary Hearing Committee that he had already renounced his PR status and submitted supporting documents.
Key Points
- Jigyan Kumar Thapa informed the Parliamentary Hearing Committee that he has withdrawn his nomination as Nepal’s ambassador to Japan.
- A complaint alleged that he was ineligible because he held permanent residency in Japan, citing the eligibility notice for ambassadorial appointments.
- Thapa submitted evidence that he had renounced his Japanese permanent residency on March 25, 2026.
- The committee had already put the recommendation for his appointment on hold.
