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All territories east of Kali river belong to Nepal: PM Dahal

All territories east of Kali river belong to Nepal: PM Dahal

Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal ‘Prachanda’ reaffirmed Nepal’s stance on its territorial claims during a discussion in the House of Representatives regarding the Foreign Ministry’s appropriations. He emphasized that all territories east of the Kali (Mahakali) River, including Limpiyadhura, Kalapani, and Lipu Pass, belong to Nepal according to the Nepal-India Sugauli Treaty of 1816. This assertion aligns with a previously published political map that includes these areas as part of Nepal.

During his recent visit to India, Prime Minister Dahal and his Indian counterpart agreed to revise and update existing treaties and agreements, including the 1950 India-Nepal Treaty of Peace and Friendship, and to address border-related issues through diplomatic channels. A letter has been sent to the Indian side to arrange the seventh meeting of the Border Working Group to complete the remaining sections of the Nepal-India border, following commitments made during the seventh meeting of the Nepal-India Joint Commission held on January 2.

Regarding Nepal-China border issues, Prime Minister Dahal stated that these are resolved through bilateral talks and consensus. A recent meeting between the Foreign Ministers of Nepal and China led to an agreement to continue Nepal-China Joint Border Monitoring through mutual consultation.

The Prime Minister clarified that Nepal does not permit its citizens to be recruited into foreign armies, except for some friendly nations based on past agreements. The Gurkha recruitment into the British Army continues under the 1947 trilateral agreement, and the government is considering negotiations with the UK to update this treaty in line with national consensus.

He also provided updates on the situation of Nepali citizens affected by the Russia-Ukraine war, including those killed or held captive. Efforts are ongoing to secure their safety through regular contact with the Nepali Embassy in Moscow and the Russian Embassy in Kathmandu, as well as through diplomatic talks with Ukraine.

Addressing the disappearance of Bipin Joshi in Israel following a Hamas attack, Prime Minister Dahal assured that the governments of Israel, Qatar, and Egypt have been approached to secure his release. Both official and unofficial channels are being used to advocate for his safe return.

The Prime Minister highlighted that the establishment of Nepali missions abroad considers factors such as proximity, the size of the Nepali population in the host country, bilateral trade, tourism, economic relations, and strategic importance. Efforts are being made to enhance passport and consular services, including mobile service camps for passport applications and distribution in countries without Nepali embassies.

Finally, Prime Minister Dahal mentioned that the government is working to strengthen the Institute of Foreign Affairs (IFA) to support studies, research, and publications on foreign affairs and diplomatic issues, and to provide training for diplomatic staff.

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