Oli’s plan to attend anti-Japan parade in China baffles observers
Summary
Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli's decision to attend a military parade in Beijing commemorating the 80th anniversary of China's victory over Japan has sparked controversy due to diplomatic sensitivities involving Nepal's relations with China and Japan.
Key Points
- Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli plans to attend the 80th anniversary parade of China's victory over Japan in Beijing on September 3.
- China invited 26 foreign leaders including Oli to the military parade, which coincides with the 70th anniversary of Nepal-China diplomatic relations.
- Nepal's President Ramchandra Paudel did not attend due to his receiving Japan's Order of the Rising Sun award and diplomatic advice.
- Experts and political leaders expressed concerns about Nepal attending a parade against Japan, citing Nepal's friendly relations and economic ties with Japan.
- Oli's party defends the attendance, comparing it to India's Independence Day celebrations, but others warn of diplomatic risks amid global geopolitical tensions.
