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Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli has said that the incumbent government was fully effortful for good governance, development, prosperity and political stability. 

He said so while  inaugurating the administrative building of Ichhakamana Rural Municipality amidst a program in Chitwan today. 

The administrative building of Ichhakamana Rural Municipality of Chitwan was constructed at the cost of 390 million. 

Also speaking on the occasion, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Urban Development Prakash Man Singh said the incumbent government formed on the strengths of two big parties was committed to deliver development with good governance in the country. 

He urged the sides concerned to deliver service without any hassles to the general public. 

Ichhakamana Chairperson Dan Bahadur Gurung said they were working to realize the national aspiration of 'Happy Nepali, Prosperous Nepal'. 

The building was constructed on the joint investment of the federal government, District Coordination Committee and Ichhakamana Rural Municipality.

Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli has said that there was no truth in the rumor of change in government formed on the partnership between two big political parties. 

Inaugurating the administrative building of Ichhakamana Rural Municipality of Chitwan today, PM Oli urged the local level leadership to focus on rapid development works keeping good governance. 

He said that the government was clear on its goals and destinations as the big parties with glorious history formed the incumbent government together to give stability, development and good governance to the country. 

"We are carefully engaged in delivering good governance, and making Nepal prosperous and Nepalis happy. You should also join this campaign with confidence. Let's all build the country together", the PM added. 

He expressed the belief that the new administrative building would ease service delivery and good governance of the rural municipality. 

Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Urban Development Prakash Man Singh, Bagmati Province Chief Deepak Prasad Devkota and others were present on the occasion.

Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli has made it clear that inhuman and heinous crimes committed during the conflict cannot be forgiven while taking the transitional justice to the final conclusion.

Inaugurating the Sixth National Convention of the National Ex-Army and Police Organization of Nepal (NEAPON) today, PM Oli, who is also the Chairman of CPN-UML, said that the Truth and Reconciliation Commission and the Commission of Investigation on Disappeared Persons would carry out works to provide justice to the conflict victims.

Stating that there would be no further delay in the formation of these commissions, he made it clear that any kind of murder, violence, activities that disturb religious harmony and anarchy would not be acceptable as the country has already adopted the democratic system after defeating authoritarianism.

"We are now in a federal democratic republican system. You can go to the people and contest in the election. After winning the election, when the UML started unprecedented works for development and prosperity by forming a government of its own, we were displaced at the instigation of the reactionaries. We are now in a coalition government," he said on the occasion.

Prime Minister Oli further said: "We have a history of nation building and unity. We will hand over a prosperous and an undivided Nepal to the new generation. We will not allow the country's borders to shrink and the national pride to be harmed. We will move forward by keeping our civilized and cultured society intact.”

Reiterating that national unity with social harmony was necessary in a diverse country, PM Oli stressed the need to further strengthen the trust reposed by the ex-servicemen and police organizations in the country and the party as the UML was leading the campaign to foster national unity and social harmony.

He also called upon the UML to organize a youth conference on the occasion of Democracy Day on April 24 to celebrate people's rights and development.

Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli’s government finds itself besieged on multiple fronts. PM Oli faces perhaps his most severe test since returning to power, with simmering public discontent threatening to boil over into broader instability. Across the country, disparate protest movements are gaining momentum—from pro-monarchy rallies capitalizing on a growing nostalgia for the royal era to weeks-long teacher strikes paralyzing education sectors. The recent communal violence in Birgunj serves as a worrying harbinger of how quickly localized grievances can escalate into wider unrest.

The economic backdrop further compounds these challenges. With growth stagnating and inflation squeezing household budgets, public patience with political dysfunction has worn dangerously thin. Even within the ruling coalition, tensions have reached unprecedented levels as a section of the Nepali Congress (NC) has voiced open dissatisfaction with the government’s performance. Some leaders have openly questioned whether continued support for Oli’s administration remains politically tenable.

Multiple sources within both ruling and opposition parties confide that there’s growing anxiety that the current constitutional order could face existential threats if the government fails to regain control of the narrative. The resurgence of monarchist sentiment, once considered politically marginal, has particularly alarmed republican forces across the spectrum. 

Analysts point to a dangerous vacuum emerging where the state's inability to deliver basic governance has allowed alternative political models to regain credibility among disillusioned citizens. The peace process-era promises of stability, development and accountable governance have largely gone unfulfilled, with corruption scandals and bureaucratic inertia dominating headlines. Prime Minister Oli’s opponents argue his administration has exacerbated these problems through a combination of distracted leadership and poor prioritization. 

Meanwhile, the coalition dynamics present Oli with an excruciating dilemma. While he depends on NC support to remain in power, that very dependence limits his ability to take decisive action. This climate of uncertainty has reportedly led to a reactive rather than strategic governing approach, with policies being crafted more to placate coalition partners than address systemic issues.

NC President Sher Bahadur Deuba’s role as both stabilizer and potential disruptor adds another layer of complexity. The NC leader has so far resisted calls from within his party to reconsider the alliance, but his continued support appears increasingly conditional. Oli’s repeated public commitments to honor the leadership transition agreement with Deuba reflect this precarious balance. Deuba faces his own mounting pressures, with NC hardliners arguing the party gains nothing from propping up an unpopular government while sharing the blame for its failures.

With skeptical rhetoric within the ruling coalition out in public, Prime Minister Oli held a discussion with coalition partner Deuba on Tuesday morning. The hour-long meeting at Baluwatar addressed concerns about the coalition’s longevity and criticisms that its functioning hasn’t reflected true partnership. Sources close to Prime Minister Oli confirmed there’s no fundamental disagreement between the two leaders regarding the coalition’s validity or duration. 

“Historically, unresolved issues between our parties have been settled through institutional mechanisms, and this tradition will continue,” a Baluwatar source said. “Both leaders are likely to promptly address these matters through formal channels.”

The coalition’s coordination committee will convene within days, with NC Vice-president Purna Bahadur Khadka currently serving as its coordinator.  

These developments follow opposition leader Pushpa Kamal Dahal’s New Year statement predicting imminent government change. The Maoist leader’s careful framing—suggesting an NC-led government as the natural alternative—appears designed to encourage defections while maintaining plausible deniability. However, Dahal faces his own credibility challenges, with many questioning whether his frequent government change predictions amount to meaningful strategy or mere political posturing.

Within the NC, the debate over the alliance has evolved from muted grumbling to open dissent. Shekhar Koirala’s blunt assessment that the party holds power without real influence captures the growing sentiment among NC lawmakers who feel they bear the costs of governance without enjoying its benefits. 

The party’s younger generation, represented by figures like Gagan Kumar Thapa, has been particularly vocal in demanding course correction. “We thought that the coalition of two major parties would initiate an amendment to the constitution to improve governance and expedite development works,” Thapa said.“But this government has failed to meet the expectations of the people.”

Another leader Bishwa Prakash Sharma has suggested Prime Minister Oli to focus on governance and development, rather than spending his precious time confronting his detractors. NC’s message to the prime minister is clear: to build public confidence in this coalition, he must deliver and not deviate.  

As the pressure mounts, Oli’s room for maneuver continues to narrow. The Prime Minister finds himself caught between an impatient public, restive coalition partners, and resurgent opposition. His recent efforts to project confidence, including claims that the UML-NC alliance remains strong, appear increasingly disconnected from the political realities on the ground. 

Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli has said that the government alone is not enough to realize the common aspirations of a prosperous nation. "We can achieve success only with the joint efforts, hard work and contribution of all Nepalis inside and outside the country.”

In a message of best wishes on the occasion of the New Year 2082 today, Prime Minister Oli has said that in the new year we seek new energy new resolutions and new possibilities, and I am confident that this year will inspire us all to develop hope, enthusiasm and positive thinking for our common resolve to make the country prosperous and the people happy.

Describing ethnic, regional, cultural and religious diversity as common assets of our nation, he has emphasized that we should move forward by developing unity between them as a strength and not as opposing forces.

In his message, the Prime Minister has said that the youth generation is the potential of the nation and in order to bring their passion, energy and creativity into the mainstream of nation building the government has adopted a policy of making the youth self-reliant and confident through entrepreneurship, technology, education and self-employment.

“We should embrace the changes brought about by the country’s democratic system and resolve to move forward in a more positive direction. We should overcome the tendency to spread despair and instead move forward with faith in patriotism, unity and progress.”

Prime Minister and CPN-UML Chair KP Sharma Oli has said attempts to stop the journey of prosperity and development by weakening the UML would not be successful.

Addressing an 'awakening assembly' organized by the party's Rupandehi district committee in Butwal today, he said the reactionary elements at home and abroad who were trying to divide the UML had failed.

"Those who are thinking of decimating the UML and creating a UML without KP Oli will not be successful. I am not going to live longer, even after that stronger leaders than me will emerge in the party. We ourselves will draw the lucky lines for the development of this nation. Those who set fire to people's homes and escape after looting shops cannot do anything for the revolution and change," PM and Party Chair Oli said.

Stating that there was misrule and disorder in the country during the monarchy and Panchayat rule, he said the democratic republic was brought through the sacrificial struggle of the people and the government was making all efforts to strengthen it.

Prime Minister Oli urged all to contribute to the journey of prosperity and good governance without being distracted by the regressive elements trying to spread anarchy and rumors to defame this system by thinking of the rule of their misrule and autocracy in the past.

Stating that it was useless to pursue the principle of hereditary superiority in the modern times, PM and UML Chair Oli said the present government was committed to fulfilling the aspirations of the people for prosperity and development by strengthening the democratic republic.

Prime Minister Oli claimed that during the tenure of his government, various development projects, technology schemes and programmes such as various highways, hospitals, international convention centers, meditation centers and development of the agriculture production sector were brought to Lumbini.

UML Vice-Chairman and Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Bishnu Prasad Paudel stressed the need to move ahead by tearing apart the false propaganda that has been done to overshadow the good works done under the leadership of Prime Minister Oli for prosperity and good governance.

UML Secretary and Lumbini province in-charge Padma Aryal said they were ready to discuss the works done by the UML and the party leadership and urged people not to go after the false propaganda spread by the opposition and the regressive elements.

Chief Minister of Lumbini Province Chet Narayan Acharya, Minister for Land Management, Cooperatives and Poverty Alleviation Balram Adhikari, among others, were present on the occasion.

Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli participated in the sixth BIMSTEC Summit held on April 4 in Thailand, where he engaged in three significant events. He addressed the summit, held a one-on-one meeting with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the sidelines, and conducted bilateral talks with Thai officials. The discussions with Thailand led to the signing of several key agreements, taking Nepal–Thailand relations to a new level.

Oli’s brief meeting with Modi has drawn considerable attention back home, as speculation continues over the nature of their discussions. There is a widespread perception that the relationship between the two leaders has not always been warm, and many wonder if this encounter has paved the way for Oli’s long-awaited official visit to New Delhi. However, a close reading of Oli’s statements upon returning to Nepal indicates that such a visit is unlikely in the near future. In fact, both Oli and his team appear uncomfortable when questioned about a possible India trip. On the other hand, Indian officials maintain that bilateral ties are on a positive path and that high-level visits could occur when the time is right.

India’s engagement with Nepal has visibly increased in recent weeks. The two countries’ judicial bodies recently signed an agreement to cooperate on legal matters, and a fresh Memorandum of Understanding has been signed to expand cooperation in agriculture, covering crop production, trade, and technology. There was initial speculation that Prime Minister Modi would attend the Sagarmatha Dialogue in Nepal, but Oli confirmed that Modi had declined the invitation due to a scheduled trip to Europe during the same period. According to Oli, India has committed to sending a high-level delegation in his place. The Nepali government is also exploring the possibility of having the Chinese Premier address the Dialogue.

In a major political development, Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) Chair Rabi Lamichhane was arrested following a court order from the Butwal bench of the Tulsipur High Court in connection with a cooperative fraud case. His arrest came just days after he resumed his position as party chair and began overseeing party affairs. The timing and manner of his arrest, particularly its execution in the late evening, have drawn criticism from party leaders and supporters, who view it as politically motivated. DP Aryal has been named acting chairman of the party.

The re-arrest of Lamichhane has fueled rumors that the RSP may lean towards supporting the ongoing pro-monarchy protests, especially amid perceptions that the party’s commitment to the current political order is uncertain. The RSP is an ideologically diverse party, including liberals, conservatives, and left-leaning voices, making it difficult for the leadership to take a clear stance on political ideology without risking internal fractures. Instead, the party has focused heavily on issues of governance, appealing to a disillusioned electorate that is less concerned with ideology and more with performance.

Meanwhile, the pro-monarchy Rastriya Prajatantra Party (RPP) organized a mass protest on April 8 in Kathmandu, marking the first major demonstration since the violent March 28 rally. The RPP is attempting to take charge of the royalist movement, though not without resistance. Prasai, the controversial figure behind the initial protests and currently in hiding, released a video accusing certain leaders of attempting to hijack the movement. RPP leader Rajendra Lingden is working to consolidate leadership, but other pro-monarchy groups remain hesitant to support him. Kamal Thapa’s faction, Rastriya Prajatantra Party Nepal, has stayed largely inactive, although Thapa has been vocal on social media, cautioning against blaming former King Gyanendra for the March 28 violence. Senior RPP leaders Rabindra Mishra and Dhawal Shumsher Rana are currently in police custody. The Jug Man Singh Gurung-led committee is preparing another protest in Kathmandu, demanding the release of those detained over the March unrest. Prasai, despite being underground, appears determined to position himself as a political leader, though he may face legal action for inciting violence during the protests.

In another significant political development, seven Madhes-based parties—both represented in Parliament and outside—have formed a unified alliance to advocate for the region’s shared interests. Their main agenda is to push for constitutional amendments that address long-standing issues in the Madhes. The alliance also aims to send a clear message to both royalist and mainstream parties, whom they hold responsible for growing public discontent.

Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli has urged the businesspersons to invest confidently, while sharing that there is political stability in the country. The stable politics has paved the way for economic development.

Addressing the inaugural function of the 74th annual general assembly of Nepal Chamber of Commerce on Wednesday, PM Oli said the industrialists could forward constructive and creative schemes with use of science and technology to augment investment.

PM Oli reminded that artificial intelligence (AI) could be utilized for production and productivity rather than for spreading misleading information and defaming people and institutions. "We are in need of increasing foreign investment and joint ventures. You should convince the foreigners to invest in potential areas," he said, adding that the investment is essential not only for businesspersons but for the entire country.

According to him, the Chamber had hailed the ordinance the government brought for economic development. He praised the Chambers' stand of favouring the cause for good.

Moreover, the PM said the country needs good governance and development, but corruption is creeping surreptitiously. Corruption control warrants all sides' cooperation, he stressed. 

On a different note, he reminded the government formed by the two large parties was for change and the coalition would continue even after the next election. 

PM Oli thanked the Chamber of Commerce for assisting the government in the issues relating to policy formulation.

Different industrialists and businesspersons were given awards by the PM at the program.

The PM also released a book published by the Chamber of Commerce.

Indian Minister for Agriculture and Farmers' Welfare Shivraj Singh Chauhan paid a courtesy call on Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli on Wednesday. 

Minister Chauhan, who is currently in Nepal to attend a meeting of agriculture ministers of Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation (BIMSTEC), called on PM Oli at the latter's official residence, Baluwatar.

Referring to dimensions of the traditional relations between Nepal and India, Minister Chauhan stressed the need for bilateral cooperation to augment the modernization of agriculture, food security and economic development. 

The bilateral agreements and joint working mechanism should be forwarded and for which he was ready to work in a dynamic manner with equal concern on pressing issues. 

He argued that the recent meeting between Nepali Prime Minister Oli and the Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Bangkok, Thailand, was an opportunity to create a promising future for the two countries.

On the occasion, PM Oli expressed the view that the two neighbours should move forward together for economic development, including modernization of the agricultural sector.

The Indian Agriculture Minister reminded that the meeting with the Indian counterpart in Thailand created an atmosphere of trust to move ahead together for economic development. Oli stressed the need to embrace the changing global environment and unite for national, regional and international interests. 

PM'S Chief Advisor Bishnu Prasad Rimal and Indian Ambassador to Nepal Naveen Srivastava were also present in the meeting.

Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli has said the Constitution would be amended at an appropriate time by taking into account its enforcement so far and aiming at strengthening the present system. A political committee would be formed to forward the amendment process, he shared.

PM Oli informed that a political committee would be formed by the present coalition government of the NC and the UML, mandating the committee for study and recommendation which would be helpful to keep intact social harmony and national unity.

“We are aware that it would not be like opening the Pandora's Box, " he reiterated while addressing the Madhes Province Assembly today.

"The amendment of the Constitution would be carried out at a right time to contribute to development and good governance and strengthen the present system," he stressed, adding that the constitution amendment would not be for regression.

He further said some were advocating for restoration of monarchy and even spreading misleading information to the new generation, which has not tolerated how autocratic the monarchy was. 

"The new generation must be made aware. Present society can not tolerate feudal systems. We have the republic system now and it will continue in future," PM Oli underlined.

It is a matter of happiness that even the opposition party is for the present republic system, the PM said.

The Head of the Government further viewed it is the duty of all of us to strengthen the present federal democratic republic founded on people's struggles and sacrifice. "It is the supreme system, we need to protect it," he said, however admitting that there may be some weaknesses in it because it has not been long since we adopted the present system. We have no option but to correct the weaknesses and move forward.

The PM argued it is illogical to take an oath as a lawmaker under this constitution/system and stop being adherent to it. 

On a different note, Oli informed the lawmakers of the Madhes Province that unlike the rumour spread unnecessarily, Nepal has cordial relations with India and China. 

Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli has said Madhes Province is full of potential having fertile land for agriculture, and the Chure region for medicinal herbs and water resources. Proper utilization of resources with collaborative efforts helps realize progress here, PM Oli reminded.

PM Oli further said the Sunkoshi-Marin Diversion Project, a national pride project will not only contribute to national production and productivity but also create unity among people from hill and plains.

He said it while addressing the Madhes Province Assembly today.

The PM said that there was no meaning of other rights before poverty, so getting rid of poverty needed to be the first right of the people. For this to happen, a journey together for development and prosperity is imperative, the PM stressed.

According to him, industrial estate, petroleum pipeline, railway, postal way, express way, and Ramraja Prasad Singh Hospital are some of the foundations of development and prosperity in Madhes Province. He suggested to the provincial lawmakers that they could develop Birgunj custom point as a trade hub and Janakpurdham city as a destination of cultural tourism.

The PM laid emphasis on the need of strengthening democratic republic with the strong determination for good governance.

Republic is a huge achievement

"The federal democratic republic is the great achievement the country made. This achievement should be taken as the gains of people's struggle, not only as the political achievement.  So, our efforts should be devoted for people's service. We should work for a full democracy", he opined.

He pointed out the need of steering the society to the pace of development and good governance as people want the achievements in their favor.

Stating that social and cultural solidarity, tolerance and harmony are beautiful characteristics of Madhes Province, he lauded the contribution of the disciplined and development loving people of Madhes to maintain Nepal's independence, sovereignty, geographical integrity, national unity and self-respect.

PM Oli reminded that the Constitution has provided autonomy to Madhes Province and it is everyone's responsibility to utilize this autonomy.

The Madhes Province has a special role in making effective the coordination among three-tiers of government and policies and development works they forward.

In his address to the province lawmakers, PM Oli commemorated the roles of Rajarshi Janak, Mata Sita, Maharshi Parashuram, Mahakavi Vidyapati and other luminaries and religious heritages, which he argued, are the sources of knowledge and inspiration.

Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli discussed the demands and agitation of teachers with concerned ministers and secretaries today.

At a meeting convened at the Office of the Prime Minister and Council of Ministers at Singha Durbar, Prime Minister Oli emphasized resolving the problems relating to teachers through talks by carrying out more homework.

Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Finance Bishnu Prasad Poudel, Minister for Home Affairs Ramesh Lekhak and Minister for Education, Science and Technology Bidhya Bhandari, according to the Prime Minister's Secretariat were present in the meeting. 

Chief Secretary Ekanarayan Aryal and secretaries of the ministries concerned were also in the meeting, said the Secretariat. 

During the meeting, the Ministry of Education, Science and Technology briefed the attendees of the meeting about the demands raised in the ongoing agitation in Kathmandu at the call of the Nepal Teachers' Federation, added the Secretariat. 

The meeting also discussed current economic conditions, the process of formulating the School Education Act as well as the demands that the government could immediately address among others.

Other issues that figured in the meeting was ensuring quality education, as per the Secretariat.

Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli has said that it would be an utter dishonesty to breach constitutional norms even after taking oath as per the same Constitution.

Addressing the inaugural session of the first series of 'Himalayan Dialogue' organized by Foreign Affairs Media today, PM Oli said Nepal was lagging behind in development due to the past feudalistic rule and they were making all-out efforts to carry forward the journey of development and good governance amidst the widespread expectations of the people after the political change.

Referring to the monarchists, Prime Minister Oli said that defeated feudal practices could not be restored again.  He argued that if such practices were continued it would further prolong the transition period.  Prime Minister Oli further opined to entertain only legitimate demands. "No one should suffer on the streets." 

On another note, PM Oli said that teachers don't have to sit on the streets for protest.

"We will properly address their demands through dialogue," he added. Prime Minister Oli said that Nepal is going to fulfill some of its responsibilities including international relations while protecting its independence, self-respect and national interest. 

He said that the mountains of Nepal do the work of blocking the hot air of the Bay of Bengal and the mountains are working to prevent the sea from becoming too hot and to protect this region and the rest of the world from desertification.

"Our country is geographically, naturally and culturally diverse. Unity in diversity is essential. Without unity, the achievements we want cannot be achieved," he said, adding, "Diversity should not be a curse but an asset." 

When national and international problems arise, Nepal should work together to solve them properly.

He stressed that we should be able to contribute to the security and humanitarian welfare of the world keeping in mind the national interest in a world where the ideals are weak and self-interest is dominating.

Stating that one should not cover up one's weaknesses in the name of geopolitics, he stressed the need to advance national interest with geopolitical awareness. "It is not necessary to abandon just national interests and ideas with international accountability. 

There should be no politics in the name of friendship with any neighbour. We don't belong to anyone's strategic alliance. We are in favour of peace," PM Oli said. 

In the first series of The Himalayan Dialogue, leaders of various political parties and experts from the diplomatic field will discuss Nepal's foreign policy in two sessions, according to Gopal Khanal, chairman of Foreign Affairs Media.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that he had a productive meeting with Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli in Bangkok.

Taking to Twitter, he said, “India attaches immense priority to relations with Nepal. We discussed different aspects of India-Nepal friendship, especially in sectors like energy, connectivity, culture and digital technology.” “We also talked about some of the key positive outcomes from this year’s BIMSTEC Summit, especially in the areas of disaster management and maritime transport."

The two Prime Ministers had a one-on-one meeting for about 45 minutes at Hotel Mandarin Oriental in Bangkok, Thailand.

The meeting took place as per the schedule after the conclusion of the Sixth Summit of the Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation (BIMSTEC).

Earlier, they had met in New York on September 23, 2024 on the sidelines of the 79th Session of the United Nations General Assembly.

Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli has said that he had a positive and good conversation in a meeting with his Indian counterpart Narendra Modi today.

"I and Indian Prime Minister Modi-ji have had a good and positive dialogue. So much for now,” PM Oli said.

The two Prime Ministers had a one-on-one meeting for about 45 minutes at Hotel Mandarin Oriental in Bangkok, Thailand.

The meeting took place as per the schedule after the conclusion of the Sixth Summit of the Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation (BIMSTEC).

Earlier, they had met in New York on September 23, 2024 on the sidelines of the 79th Session of the United Nations General Assembly.

Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli has said the three pillars of the BIMSTEC Summit - Prosperity, Resilience and Openness - not only align with the Sustainable Development Goals, but also resonate deeply with Nepal's national aspiration of 'Prosperous Nepal, Happy Nepali'.

Addressing the BIMSTEC Summit in Bangkok of Thailand today, Prime Minister Oli stressed that BIMSTEC must not only navigate the changing tides but also seize the opportunity to reinvigorate our regional cooperation.

"I believe that the theme of the Summit –Prosperous, Resilient and Open BIMSTEC, provides us with that compass –a compass that is pro people, pro prosperity and pro welfare," he argued.

The Prime Minister mentioned, "Building an integrated Bay of Bengal region is a must to unlock our potential and capitalize on the complementarities we possess.  Additionally, recognizing that not all economies in our region are equal, we must extend preferential support to Member States with special needs to enable them to share common prosperity."

Saying that climate change has posed an existential threat to entire humanity, he opined that for Nepal, the stakes are even higher. Our high Himalayas are perennial water towers and cooling stations of Asia.