Experts call for measured diplomacy in Lipulekh dispute
Summary
Nepal faces a sensitive border dispute with India and China over Lipulekh, with Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli seeking diplomatic engagement during the SCO summit in China.
Key Points
- The Lipulekh border dispute is a critical issue influencing Nepal's relations with India and China.
- Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli will attend the SCO summit in China and hold bilateral talks including with President Xi and possibly PM Narendra Modi.
- Experts emphasize careful diplomacy, relying on historical treaties like the 1816 Sugauli Treaty to support Nepal's claim.
- Calls are made for trilateral mechanisms between Nepal, India, and China to formalize border demarcation and protect Nepal's sovereignty.
