Oli thwarts exit by general convention proposal
Summary
CPN (UML) party officials debated Chairman KP Sharma Oli's resignation and the proposal for a quick general convention to resolve leadership issues and restructure the party by mid-December.
Key Points
- Party officials at the CPN (UML) Secretariat meeting criticized Chairman KP Sharma Oli and demanded his resignation.
- Oli proposed holding a quick general convention to address leadership issues, which subdued calls for his resignation.
- The decision to hold the general convention by mid-December was forwarded to the Central Committee.
- Opposing factions exist within the UML regarding Oli's leadership, with some demanding his resignation while others support him or propose waiting until the convention.