Nepal Recalls Ambassadors in Diplomatic Shake-Up Ahead of Prachanda’s India Visit

In a significant diplomatic shift, Nepal’s government has recalled ambassadors from 11 countries, including key postings in India and the U.S., ahead of Prime Minister Prachanda’s visit to New Delhi for Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s swearing-in ceremony. This move follows Prachanda’s break from the Nepali Congress and alliance with KP Sharma Oli.

Despite objections from Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Narayan Kaji Shrestha, the Cabinet unilaterally decided on the recalls, signaling a major reconfiguration in Nepal’s diplomatic representation. The recalled envoys, appointed under the previous government’s quota, include high-profile positions in the UK, South Korea, and other nations. This abrupt decision has raised concerns among Foreign Ministry officials about the diplomatic message it conveys.