Nepal foreign policy

Dahal’s return to power could reset Nepal’s foreign policy – but first he'll have to survive an unstable coalition and disgruntled electorate.

The new government cannot delay any longer the implementation of BRI projects and its decisions on India's Agnipath scheme.

Nepal's foreign policy establishment needs to reach a consensus on what constitutes actions against the interest of its neighbors.

Suspicious about the military content and wary of antagonizing China, Nepal rejects a U.S. disaster mitigation program.   

How will the U.S. grant – approved despite a raging controversy – factor into both upcoming elections and Nepal’s diplomatic positioning?

How did a grant from the United States turn into a years-long political battle in Kathmandu?

Since Deuba came to power in July, there have been several rounds of interactions between the two side, but no top-level visits to date.

Despite how the foreign media portrays the country’s foreign policy, Nepal is neither pro-China nor anti-India.

Kathmandu will have to balance Beijing, New Delhi, and Washington as it seeks a new way forward to advance national interest.

What will Nepal’s relationships with India, China, and the U.S. look like after COVID-19?

The MCC agreement is the latest example of serious divisions over foreign policy in the top echelons of Nepal’s ruling party.