Nepal has not supported Chinese GSI: Economic advisor Dr Khatiwada
Summary
Nepal denies supporting China's Global Security Initiative during Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli's visit to China for the SCO Plus Summit, emphasizing its commitment to a non-aligned foreign policy.
Key Points
- Nepal's Economic Advisor Dr Yubaraj Khatiwada clarified that Nepal did not agree to support China's Global Security Initiative (GSI).
- PM KP Sharma Oli met with Chinese President Xi Jinping during the SCO Plus Summit in Tianjin on August 30.
- Discussions focused on enhancing the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) Framework Agreement and strengthening bilateral ties in sectors like infrastructure, health, and tourism.
- Dr Khatiwada urged against spreading baseless rumors and emphasized Nepal's adherence to its constitution and non-aligned foreign policy.
