The geopolitical equations in South Asia are undergoing a tectonic shift — a major concern for Indian foreign policy experts. Chinese warships docked in Bangladesh for the first time since the new government took over in August, and Nepal’s Prime Minister made his maiden visit to Beijing, breaking the tradition of visiting New Delhi first;...
Category: Geopolitics Analysis
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K P Oli’s China gamble
Nepal Prime Minister K P Oli’s China visit from December 2 to 5 had triggered a loud response even before it began. The Chinese media, including Global Times, called it “tradition breaking” while some in Indian media called it a surrender to the north. Nepal’s political spectrum, including the two major constituents in the ruling...
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Climate Talks: Nepal’s Path to Survival and Resilience
As the World Bank’s Global Economic Prospects report (June 2024) reveals a projected global growth of only 2.6% for 2024, the sobering reality for vulnerable countries like Nepal becomes starkly apparent. With nearly 60% of economies set to underperform compared to the 2010s average, Nepal faces a multi-faceted crises at the intersection of economic stagnation...
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Constructing Chinese Discourse System to Enhance Soft Power, International Influence
The 20th National Congress of the Communist Party of China (CPC) emphasized the urgency of building a discourse system and narrative framework with distinct Chinese characteristics. This initiative aims to tell China’s stories vividly and disseminate its voice effectively, projecting a genuine, multidimensional, and captivating image of China. It underscores the pivotal role of cultural...
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PM Oli: Nepal-China relations strengthened
Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli has stated that Nepal-China relations have been further strengthened following his recent official visit to China. Speaking at a news conference organized at Tribhuvan International Airport upon his return from the four-day visit, PM Oli emphasized that the enhanced bilateral ties would significantly benefit Nepal.”During my visit, various agreements were...
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Beyond debt and grants: Key to Nepal’s growth lies in efficient utilisation
Nepal, a lower middle-income country, relies on foreign aid to meet its resource gap. Foreign aid, in the form of loans and grants, catalyses development. However, a critical question looms: Has Nepal utilised its foreign aid effectively to achieve its development objectives?A study by Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) suggests that an ideal public debt-to-GDP ratio...
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Foreign Minister Dr. Rana’s first 100 days: From diplomatic activism to expansion of diplomatic ties
The effectiveness of a foreign minister is often assessed by the success in bilateral and multilateral engagements and the impact of foreign visits in advancing national agendas. This concept, known as diplomatic activism, involves demonstrating diplomatic skills in the global arena, negotiating national interests, and expanding a country’s influence through diplomatic channels. Evaluating Minister for...
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Prime Minister’s visit to China: Yet another trip of missed opportunities
Prime Minister Oli has returned after paying a visit to China upon the invitation of Chinese Premier Li Qiang. Opinions were divided regarding whether it will be successful or be yet another fiasco as have been the several visits in the recent past barring a few exceptions. Now that the Prime Minister is back after...
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नेपालको भूराजनीति : अवसर कि चुनौती ?
भौगोलिक दृष्टिले सापेक्षिक रूपमा सानो, भूपरिवेष्टित र अल्पविकसित नेपालका लागि ठूला, विकसित र उदीयमान शक्तिराष्ट्रहरू भारत र चीन अवसर हुन् कि चुनौती भन्नेबारे लामो समयदेखि बहस हुँदै आएको छ । भूराजनीतिक आयामको सन्दर्भमा नेपालमा दुइटा ‘स्कुल अफ थट’ प्रचलित छन् । पहिलो, अठारौं शताब्दीमा राजा पृथ्वीनारायण शाहले प्रतिपादन गरेको परम्परागत र प्रतिरक्षात्मक स्कुल अफ थट, जसले नेपालको...
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भारतले नेपालमा जे गल्ती गरेको थियो, चीनले त्यही गल्ती गरिरहेको छ’
एकैसाथ दुई पुस्तक लिएर आएका छन् लेखक तथा पत्रकार सुधीर शर्मा । इतिहासदेखि सन् २००८ सम्मको नेपाल र चीनबीचको सांस्कृतिक, आर्थिक र राजनीतिक सम्बन्धका आधारमा ‘भिक्षु, व्यापार र विद्रोह’ किताब लेखका छन् । त्यस्तै नेपालमा गणतन्त्र स्थापनापछिको सम्बन्धका आयाममा ‘हिमालपारिको हुरी’ लेखका छन् । हिमालपारिको हुरीले विश्व व्यवस्थामा चीनको महत्त्वाकांक्षा र प्रभावका पृष्ठभूमिमा नेपालसँगको सम्बन्धलाई...