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Santosh Sharma Poudel

Santosh Sharma Poudel

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Nepal’s Prime Minister Dahal Changes Partners Mid-stream

This is the second time that he has joined hands with CPN-UML chief Oli since becoming prime minister in December 2022.

13.03.2024 4

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Nepali Nationals Are Fighting and Dying in Russia’s War on Ukraine

They are being used as cheap cannon fodder in foreign conflict zones.

28.02.2024 2

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The Nepali Army’s Growing Business Interests

There are concerns that civilian control over the military could diminish as its commercial clout grows.

16.02.2024 5

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People’s Democratic Party Wins Elections in Bhutan

Unlike in other parts of South Asia, where elections are plagued with controversy, Bhutan’s fourth general election was peaceful and not divisive.

15.01.2024 10

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Indian FM’s Visit to Nepal Sees Deals Sealed, and a Controversy

A long-term power trade pact was signed. However, Indian funding for community development projects evokes concern in Nepal.

11.01.2024 5

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Economic Revival is on the Minds of Bhutanese Voters

The final round of Bhutan’s fourth general election on January 9 will be a contest between the PDP and the BTP.

26.12.2023 4

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Nepal Registers First Same-Sex Marriage

The order by the Supreme Court is interim, and the registration is temporary. Nepal has still a long way to go.

11.12.2023 6

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This Week in Asia: October 13, 2023

The Diplomat’s weekly video round-up of Asia news.

13.10.2023 2

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South Asian Countries Are Divided on Hamas Attacks

On October 7, the Palestinian militant group Hamas launched an unprecedented attack on Israel. Hamas militants entered Israeli communities near the...

13.10.2023 3

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China Seeks Reassurance From Visiting Nepali PM Dahal on Taiwan and Tibet Issues

Dahal’s visit to China was a long time coming. He made Beijing wait for his visit, declining its invitation to attend the Boao Forum in March. Yet,...

28.09.2023 3

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Why Is the UN Key to Nepal’s Diplomacy?

Nepali Premier Pushpa Kamal Dahal is scheduled to address the United Nations General Assembly on September 21. Since arriving in New York on September...

20.09.2023 3

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What’s Driving Hindu Nationalism in Nepal?

On August 20, two locals from Dharan, a town in eastern Nepal, live-streamed a feast where they were seen eating beef. The feast was to celebrate...

16.09.2023 10

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