Rabi-Balen six-hour midnight meeting sends ripples across Nepal’s political spectrum, and beyond
Summary
Rabi Lamichhane and Balendra Shah met for six hours in a significant political discussion that signals potential alliances ahead of Nepal's 2026 election. The Rastriya Swatantra Party is preparing to present alternative leadership while engaging with various groups and individuals.
Key Points
- Rabi Lamichhane and Balendra Shah held a six-hour midnight meeting that has stirred political interest across Nepal.
- The meeting coincided with important discussions between major party leaders KP Sharma Oli and Sher Bahadur Deuba about restoring the dissolved House of Representatives.
- RSP is considering potential candidates like Balendra Shah or Kulman Ghising for prime ministerial nomination due to Rabi's legal challenges preventing him from becoming an MP currently.
- The Rastriya Swatantra Party is actively engaging with alternative forces and individuals to strengthen its position ahead of the March 2026 elections.
