Why Nepal is stuck
Alternative politics should fight against the culture of acceptance, silence and dependency
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China syndrome
The last minute deal-making on the BRI Framework Agreement is an example of how not to conduct bilateral negotiations.
Oli’s oscillations
Prime Minister prepares to visit Beijing amid strained ties with New Delhi
Bad air and polluted politics
Political resolve to improve air quality will add 3-5 years to the lives of Nepalis
Monetary politics
Nepal Rastra Bank eased monetary policy under corporate pressure, but that does not fix structural woes
Democracy’s sidekicks
Nepal’s two biggest parties uniting gives both added reason to be accountable to voters
More things change, more they remain the same
Vehicles mired in the mud on Nepal’s highways are a fitting metaphor of the nation’s politics.
Climate, Democracy and Media
Freedom of expression and democracy are the most important adaptations to the climate crisis.
The political economy of environment
Discussions during the Himal Media Mela 2024 range from AI and data mining to climate finance and environmental crime
Press under Pressure
When the other pillars of democracy fail to act as check and balance, the press has to step in to hold power to account
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