Oli wraps up China visit. Lawmakers demand clarity on Lipulekh and GSI
Summary
Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli returned from China after attending the SCO Summit and raising Nepal’s objections over the Indo-China agreement on Lipulekh. Lawmakers demand clarity on Nepal's stance about the Global Security Initiative and border issues.
Key Points
- Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli attended the 25th SCO Summit in China and objected to the Indo-China agreement on Lipulekh trade route.
- China’s foreign ministry statement caused confusion by claiming Nepal supported the Global Security Initiative, which Nepal denied.
- Oli raised Nepal's objection over Lipulekh at the meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping, who urged bilateral resolution with India.
- Lawmakers from various parties demand the government clarify Nepal's position on Lipulekh and the alleged support for the Global Security Initiative.
