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Nepal politics
Nepal’s New Government Faces a Stiff Test
By Marcus Andreopoulos
Dahal’s return to power could reset Nepal’s foreign policy – but first he'll have to survive an unstable coalition and disgruntled electorate.
Key Ally Quits Government in Nepal
By Santosh Sharma Poudel
While a month is not enough to judge the fledgling party, the Rastriya Swatantra Party has shown itself to be no different from the others.
Can Nepal Achieve Political Stability?
By Biswas Baral
Nepal’s political landscape after the November 2022 election looks disturbingly familiar – but there are some signs change is coming.
The Foreign Policy Implications of Nepal’s Election
By Pratistha Rijal
Continued political instability could allow external powers to increase their influence in the country's political landscape.
Ahead of Nepal’s Election, Many Decry the Lack of Choice
By Pratistha Rijal
The nomination of veteran candidates and their patrons comes at the cost of historically underrepresented and marginalized groups – including women.
It’s Election Season in Nepal Again
By Santosh Sharma Poudel
Parties have come together in pre-election alliances, but will these alliances hold after the results are announced?
A Long Way to Go for Gender Equality in Nepali Politics
By Santosh Sharma Poudel
Nepal has progressive laws and quotas for women’s representation in politics, but patriarchy and gender discrimination run deep and influence the decisions of parties.
5 Years of Local Governance in Nepal
By Biswas Baral
Nepal is heading into its second round of local elections under its 2015 constitution. How have local governments fared in their inaugural session?
Nepal Ratified the MCC Compact. What Now?
By Biswas Baral
How will the U.S. grant – approved despite a raging controversy – factor into both upcoming elections and Nepal’s diplomatic positioning?
Nepal’s MCC Debate Reflects Flaws in Its Decision-Making
By Santosh Sharma Poudel
The debate over the aid project is not about its contents but about American intentions, the integrity of Nepali leaders, and domestic cost-benefit analysis.
Nepal’s Fierce MCC Debate
By Biswas Baral
How did a grant from the United States turn into a years-long political battle in Kathmandu?
In Nepal, Calls Grow for the Restoration of a Hindu State
By Santosh Sharma Poudel
A resurgent Hindu nationalism in the former Hindu kingdom is drawing strength from India’s ruling BJP.