During a briefing with representatives of Nepal-based diplomatic missions at the Ministry TAG_OPEN_div_81 of Foreign Affairs today, Prime Minister Karki said that the only objective of the incumbent government was to hold the election of the House of Representatives on March 4 in a free, fair and fear-free environment.
“All the state mechanisms including the government are focused on ensuring security, legal structure and management for credible elections.TAG_OPEN_div_79 We are strengthening the Election Commission, improving security and engaging with all political parties and stakeholders, GenG representatives. ’
He clarified that the government’s priority was focused on ensuring internal stability and a credible and safe environment for the democratic process.TAG_OPEN_div_77 “Multiparty democracy is a foundation of our political system, and commitment to democratic norms and values is the only right path,” he said.
On the occasion, Prime Minister Karki said the feasibility of the external voting system was also being studied gradually to ensure the voting rights of Nepali citizens living abroad on temporary basis.TAG_OPEN_div_75 Noting that the international observer would play a crucial role in ensuring transparency and credibility of this historic democratic exercise as in the past, he expressed his confidence for continued cooperation and goodwill from Nepal-based diplomatic missions in this journey.
He said that the locals themselves have started repairing many of the police posts damaged during the agitation and work was underway to recover the lost or stolen weapons and equipment.TAG_OPEN_div_73
Stating that the ‘TAG_OPEN_div_71 Genji’ movement has made one and all deeply aware of the collective responsibility to listen, react, improve and deliver results, the Prime Minister said that this would reflect the people’s aspiration for good governance, economic opportunity and honesty in public life. According to him, this movement has inspired all to deliver results as per the people’s expectation without delay.
Stating that the incumbent government has not only explored the corruption, misgovernance and challenges within the state mechanism but also a huge potential for reform, PM Oli said this was the appropriate time to restore the trust, strengthen institutions and steer the governance system towards a transparent and service-oriented direction.TAG_OPEN_div_69 “This movement is based on the demand for transparency and accountability,” he said.
“I personally have high expectations from Generation Z whose energy and political awareness has ushered in a new era in our political context,” he said, adding, “I urge them to participate positively in the democratic process because the future of Nepal really lies with them.”TAG_OPEN_div_65 He also hoped that the political parties would cooperate with the new generation in a positive and constructive manner.
Stating that the government under his leadership was a symbol of people’s strong demand for honesty and rule of law, he said the government was determined to establish the highest standards in the country’s governance system.TAG_OPEN_div_63
The Prime Minister informed that a judicial probe commission with clear powers has been formed to find out the facts and reasons behind the violence that took place during the recent Jenji agitation, adding that a credible and impartial investigation was also going to be initiated into the allegations of high-level corruption.TAG_OPEN_div_61 “This will send a clear message that no one is above the law,” he said.
Reminding that the ‘Hello Sarkar’ system has been revived with new energy for improving service delivery and public accountability, Prime Minister Karki said the budget has been amended to prevent misuse of public funds and increase transparency.TAG_OPEN_div_59
He said that a series of policy reforms have been taken to strengthen the private sector by identifying it as the main engine of economic growth and job creation.TAG_OPEN_div_57 “These steps are just the beginning. Economic and political reforms are not just Genji’s demands, they are the common aspiration of every Nepali citizen,” she said.
Stating that Nepal’TAG_OPEN_div_55 s foreign policy is based on the UN Charter, Panchasheel Principles, international law and common norms and values of world peace, he said it was a matter of pride for Nepal as the largest military contributor to the UN peacekeeping missions ।
“This TAG_OPEN_div_52 is Nepal’s small but meaningful contribution to world peace,” he said. He also stressed the need for immediate economic rehabilitation along with the preparations for the upcoming elections.
“We highly appreciate the international support to restore business confidence, address infrastructure damage and keep essential public services operating until a new government is formed,” he said.TAG_OPEN_div_50
He said that the Physical Infrastructure Reconstruction Fund has been established for the reconstruction and rehabilitation of the infrastructures that were damaged during the Jenji movement.TAG_OPEN_div_48 Stating that the recent heavy rains, floods and landslides have demonstrated Nepal’s growing vulnerability to climate change, the Prime Minister welcomed the support of development partners in these areas.
“The latest situation and the subsequent international attention have created immediate economic pressure, especially after some destination countries imposed strict visa rules affecting the remittance flow,” he said TAG_OPEN_div_46 । ’
He said Nepal was now preparing to be upgraded from the list of least developed countries (LDCs) and was determined to make this path easy, irreversible and sustainable.TAG_OPEN_div_44
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