Nepal's New Government Makes Bold Move: Ambassadors Recalled from Six Nations

Significant Diplomatic Changes in Nepal

Kathmandu: In a decisive action, Nepal has recalled its ambassadors from six different countries, including India, as part of a shift initiated by the new government led by Prime Minister Balendra Shah.

The cabinet's decision affects ambassadors stationed in India, Australia, Sri Lanka, Denmark, South Korea, and South Africa, as confirmed by Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lok Bahadur Chhetri.

The recalled diplomats include Shankar Prasad Sharma (India), Chitralekha Yadav (Australia), Sumnima Tuladhar (Denmark), Purna Bahadur Nepali (Sri Lanka), Shivamaya Tumbahamphe (South Korea), and Kapilman Shrestha (South Africa).

The Foreign Ministry has issued directives for these envoys to return within a month.

Previously, the interim government under Prime Minister Sushila Karki had already recalled 11 out of 17 ambassadors appointed by the former K P Sharma Oli administration, which was based on political affiliations.

Balendra Shah, a rapper-turned-politician, took office as Nepal's prime minister last month, following the dramatic fall of the Oli government, which was sparked by a significant youth-led movement.