Chinese company awarded contract to print Nepali currency (kh 09/10/2024)

Chinese Communist Party’s direct aid to Nepali parties comes under fire : Observers ask—what if diplomatic missions from other countries follow suit? (kp 06/10/2024)

Boosting Trans-Himalayan Cooperation, by Upendra Gautam (rn 30/09/2024)

Nepal, China commit to advancing key connectivity projects : THMDCN, the trans-Himalayan network, includes railways, roads, aviation, digital links and community connections, by Anil Giri (kp 28/09/2024)

Nepal and China discuss infrastructure projects in Beijing : Minister Paudel seeks direct flights from various Chinese cities to Bhairahawa and Pokhara international airports (kp 26/09/2024)

Nepal’s Loan-to-Grant Proposal (kh 23/09/2024)

Government to establish immigration office at Korala : Authorities say they believe that the establishment of immigration office on the Nepal-China border point will be helpful to promote tourism in Nepal, by Ghanshyam Khadka (kp 22/09/2024), Communication facilities expanded at Korala checkpoint (rep 25/09/2024)

Nepal and China set to resume military drill, by Shambhu Kattel (ae 10/09/2024), Nepal-China military exercise ‘Sagarmatha Friendship’ from Saturday (kh 20/09/2021), Sagarmatha Friendship-2024: Recce drone makes debut in Nepal-China drill (ae 26/09/2024)

China's Trans-Himalayan Economic Gateway, by Upendra Gautam (rn 07/09/2024)

Nepal’s trade via northern border resumes after 2 weeks : Traders say cargo containers are in queue in Nyalam, China and may take 8–10 days to arrive in Kathmandu (kp 04/09/2024)

China welcomes Nepal’s Transitional Justice Bill (kh 31/08/2024)

Nepal, China to issue five-year passes for Himalayan districts : Residents of 15 districts who rely on Tibet for trade and daily needs will benefit from the new arrangement, by Anil Giri (kp 29/08/2024) [The Nangpa La, which connects Solukhumbu with Tibet and over which the ancestors of the Sherpas migrated to Nepal 500 years ago, is currently not one of them. The Sherpas used to trade over this pass and Tibetans also came to the weekly market in Nauje (Namche Bazar).]

Nepal doesn’t play one neighbour against the other: Oli. Says not everything should be seen through geopolitical lens (kp 27/08/2024) [Nepal must not play the two neighbours off against each other, but must strike a clever balance to achieve the best for its own interests. This is made more difficult by the overriding geopolitical interests of the interfering USA in its power and economic competition with China!]

Nepal asks China to turn Pokhara airport loan into grant : Finance ministry writes to Chinese side with the request (kp 23/08/2024)

Roadblocks Impacting Nepal-China Trade (In pics) (kh 11/08/2024)

Chinese loans and projects turn problematic for Laos, by Manoj Ghimire (kh 10/08/2024) [This should be another warning to Nepal to be more than careful with BRI agreements with China!], China to assist Nepal in establishing fertilizer plant, awaits investment approval (kh 10/08/2024)

It’s official: Chinese drones will fly trash out of Everest slopes : In a flight test, the DJI FlyCart 30 could ferry 234 kg an hour, a task carried out by some 14 porters in six hours, by Sangam Prasain (kp 05/08/2024)

Chinese Ambassador Chen Song takes ‘X’ diplomacy to a new level : He has been accused of breaching diplomatic decorum while using the social media platform, by Purtusdhottam Poudel (kp 01/08/2024)

Nepal to seeks China’s assistance in Simaltal landslide search efforts (kh 31/07/2024)

Goods worth Rs 65.22 billion imported from China via Rasuwagadhi in last FY (rep 27/07/2024)

Broader discussion needed for BRI execution: Foreign Minister Rana, by Anil Giri (kp 25/07/2024), BRI in focus as foreign minister begins work, by Kamal Dev Bhattarai (ae 25/07/2024)

Chinese aid delays lead Nepal to self-fund Araniko Highway upgrade : Maoist lawmaker says the government has allocated Rs3.6 billion to upgrade a 26-km section of the highway (kh 24/07/2024) [This is not honest of China, but Nepal should not focus on foreign aid for everything!]

Nepal, China mountaineering agencies agree to enhance rescue capabilities : An MoU in this regard has been signed between the NMA and China’s Xizang Autonomous Region Sports Federation, the latter being responsible for mountaineering in China (kp 22/07/2024)

China's Third Plenum Signals Strategic Shifts – South Asia Must Prepare, by Pawan Adhikari (rep 20/07/2024)

Nepal can’t backtrack on BRI, says UML leader : Nepali leaders are only talking about loans and haven’t explored funding alternatives, Rajan Bhattarai says (kp 19/07/2024)

Demonstration held against Chinese interference at Pokhara International Airport (kh 08/07/2024)

Congress insists on grants, not loans for funding BRI projects : Cites existing high debt burden as reason for its position, by Purushottam Poudel (kp 02/07/2024)

China’s  Media Influence in Nepal and Elsewhere, by Harsh Pandey (kh 01/07/2024)

Nepal, China officials to meet next in Kathmandu for boundary talks : Two countries are preparing for a joint boundary inspection to investigate issues and disputes on their common border (kp 30/06/2024)

BRI In Spotlight Once Again, by Ritu Raj Subedi (rn 30/06/2024)

Beijing bets on tourism diplomacy as soft power tool : After implementing free visa policy and promising to start flights from China to Nepal’s two new international airports, Beijing announced 2025 as ‘Visit Nepal Year in China’, by Sangam Prasain (kp 27/06/2024)

Funding modalities differences delay BRI execution deal : A minister says China failed to address some of Nepal’s concerns on time. He also hinted at geopolitical factors, by Anil Giri (kp 26/06/2024)

China’s Vice Foreign Minister Sun arriving in Nepal today (kh 24/06/2024), Nepal, China may ink BRI implementation plan today : Foreign secretaries of the two countries are discussing bilateral relations and cooperation in Kathmandu, by Anil Giri (kp 25/06/2024), 16th meeting of Nepal-China Diplomatic Consultative Mechanism being held today (rep 25/06/2024), China’s growing clout in Kathmandu, by Kamal Dev Bhattarai (ae 25/06/2024)

Nepal-China boundary talks conclude in Beijing : Details of decisions expected today, official says (kp 20/06/2024)

Transformative Potential Of BRI Projects, by Tanka Rana (rn 19/06/2024)

Tourism entrepreneurs worried as Chinese airlines threaten to halt flights to Nepal over VAT dispute on air tickets (rep 18/06/2024)

Educational fair strengthens Nepal-China university ties: DPM Shrestha (kh 18/06/2024)

Visiting CPPCC Vice-chair Bater calls on Prime Minister Dahal : Chinese leader says his country places great importance on its relations with Nepal (kp 17/06/2024), Let’s tango toget, her : Nepal and China must find ways to bridge gaps in their understanding of issues of mutual interest (kp 17/06/2024), A surge in high-level visits from China, by Sambhu Kattel (ae 17/06/2024)

After 18-year gap, Nepal-China border talks next week : Dispute extends from Dolakha’s pillar 57 to issues in Humla, Gorkha, and Kimathanka in Sankhuwasabha, by Anil Giri (kh 15/06/2024)

Improving Trans-Himalayan Land Link, by Balmukunda Regmi (rn 13/06/2024)

Nepal to seek action on Chinese pledges at bilateral meeting : Kathmandu is hosting the 16th Nepal-China foreign secretary-level meeting later this month, by Anil Giri (kp 12/06/2024)

Tibetan police arrested two Nepalis, lawmaker claims : The government has been clueless about the incident, he says (kp 12/06/2024)

China conducts done delivery test on Mt Everest without Nepal’s consent (kh 08/06/2024)

China ready to help upgrade Barhabise-Tatopani Road: Ambassador Chen (kh 30/05/2024)

China’s Focus On New Energy Industry, by Ambassador Chen Song (rn 30/05/2024)

Chinese envoy in Nepal courts controversy with apology demand from journalist over X post (rep 29/05/2024) [This is not the first time he has failed to show diplomatic manners. China has had better ambassadors in Nepal!], Debate erupts in Nepal over Chinese Ambassador Song’s social media conduct (kh 29/05/2024), Campaign objects to Chinese Ambassador’s threats to journalists (kh 29/05/2024)

China gaining ground in Madhes, by Shristi Kafle (ae 27/05/2024)

Tiptala border point reopens after Covid-19 pandemic (rep 24/05/2024), 14 border trade points including Kimathangka resume (nlt 25/052/2024), Utilize reopened Nepal-China border points for mutual benefits (rep 27/05/2024)

Nepal pursues return of stolen Buddha statue from China (kh 20/05/2024)

Mobility up in Rasuagadhi border point for Mansarobar tour (kh 20/05/2024)

7 years on, Nepal and China still at odds over BRI execution : Bureaucrats and politicians blame geopolitics for delay, apart from Nepali leaders’ reluctance to take Chinese loans, by Anil Giri (kp 13/05/2024)

Nepal from the perspective of Beijing, by Simone Galimberti (ae 08/05/2024)

Tibet to provide financial aid to Nepal’s northern border districts for five years : Ministry of Local Development is selecting projects needed in 15 districts bordering China (kp 03/05/2024)

China’s BRI and Nepal, by Raj Kishor Yadav (ae 30/04/2024)

Neighbours India and China make tall promises at Nepal Investment Summit : Beijing plans to open flights to Pokhara and Bhairahawa airports, announces visa fee exemption for Nepali travellers, by Sangam Prasain (kp 29/04/2024)

Four projects to be funded by China are in final stage of negotiation : They are Ring Road works, Araniko Highway upgrade, transmission line, Hilsa-Simkot road (kp 27/04/2024)

Stakeholders call for transparency as Beijing pushes for early implementation of BRI projects in Nepal (rep 26/04/2024)

Nepal-China Aid Project meeting held in Lhasa (kh 25/04/2024)

Tibetan youths in the crosshairs: Compulsory conscription and consequences (kh 24/04/2024)

Geoeconomics of alternative energy : Political negotiations can help Nepal benefit from Chinese power projects as long as India is kept out of the arrangement, by CKLal (kp 24/04/2024) [Be sure, this would be contrary to US power interests!]

Beijing’s message: Won’t tolerate anti-China activities in Nepal : Parties and stakeholders should be involved in projects, CPC leader tells Nepali Maoists, by Anil Giri (kp 20/04/2024) [This wording makes it sound as if Nepal is a subordinate vassal state of China!]

DPM Shrestha's Cgina visit : High Profile, Low Key. Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Narayan Kazi Shrestha concluded his high-level low key visit to China successful, by Keshab Poudel (ap 12/04/2024)

An assessment of Foreign Minister’s China visit, by Gopal Khanal (ae 09/04/2024)

China willing to reopen 14 traditional trade transits, says DPM Shrestha (kh 03/04/2024) [And why hasn't China done this for a long time if it is interested in close relations with Nepal?]

Deputy PM Shrestha says he proposed new corridors to China : Under its ‘peripheral diplomacy’, Beijing has entrusted Tibet, Sichuan and Chongqing with engaging Nepal, by Anil Giri (kp 02/04/2024), DPM Shrestha pushes for Nepal-Tibet-Chongqing-Sichuan Development Corridor (rep 02/04/2024)

No significant hurdles in BRI implementation process: Foreign Minister Shrestha (kh 01/04/2024) [And what later?]

Nepal seeks free visa privilege from China: ‘Positive response to diplomatic request’ (rep 01/04/2024)

Foreign Minister Shrestha returning home today concluding 8-day visit to China (kh 01/04/2024)

DPM Shrestha calls for Chinese cooperation to solve problems facing people in border region (rep 30/03/2024)

Shrestha’s China visit: Symbolism over substance, by Kamal Dev Bhattarai (ae 29/03/2024)

BRI: What’s the plan? More than a specific initiative, this is a question of how Nepal balances its strategic interests (kp 28/03/2024), Nepal-China agree to conclude BRI Implementation Plan 'soon' as Beijing presses for swift implementation of BRI projects, by Kosh Raj Koirala (rep 28/03/2024)

DPM Shrestha meets senior Chinese leaders : He will call on Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi on Tuesday and discuss Chinese-funded projects in Nepal (kp 26/03/2024), Nepal, China renew pledge to sign BRI execution plan ‘soon’ : Two countries to reopen 14 traditional border points, by Anil Giri (kp 27/03/2024)

Nepal-China relationship under new coalition in Kathmandu, by Kamal Dev Bhattarai (ae 25/03/2024)

Chinese eye Nepali orthodox tea : Until mid-March, the export of orthodox tea to China jumped 88.31 percent. Insiders say the opening of Chinese market to Nepali tea is significant, by Krishana Prasain (kp 24/03/2024)

Kailash-Manasarovar Yatra: Tourism industry fears wipeout this year too : Beijing denied nearly 50,000 Indian pilgrims access to the pilgrimage site in Tibet. No signs of new permits, by Krishna Gautam (kp 22/03/2024)

DPM Shrestha’s due China visit puts BRI execution in focus : Main opposition Nepali Congress has strong reservations over the plan. Party says Nepal cannot afford costly loans (kp 21/03/2024), Govt likely to delay agreement on BRI implementation with China (kh 21/03/2024), Deputy Prime Minister Shrestha steps up consultations ahead of China visit : Government likely to buy time before going ahead with implementation of Belt and Road Initiative, a minister says (kp 22/03/2024), Deputy Prime Minister Shrestha to visit China on Sunday (kh 23/03/2024), China visit focused on implementation of past accords: DPM : Shrestha consults secretaries of various ministries to list out projects to be taken up for bilateral cooperation (kp 24/03/2024)

BRI: A ‘Pandora’s box’?. by Randhir Chaudhary (rep 13/03/2024)

Chinese military delegation arriving from Lanka today : A major general-led team visited the Maldives and Sri Lanka as part of its South Asia tour (kp 09/03/2024)

Pokhara epicentre of Sino-Indian rivalry : The Great Game between China and India is being played out in this scenic tourism capital, by Durga Rana Magar (nt 08/03/2024)

China expresses “willingness” to work with Nepal’s new government (kh 05/03/2024), China expresses hope for political stability and economic progress in Nepal following new govt formation (rep 06/03/2024) [Why does China expect political stability from this new government, in which the autocratic left-wing party leaders, who are constantly at odds with each other, only have a relative majority?]

Nepal and China to renew talks on cross-border transmission lines : Besides Rasuwagadhi-Kerung, Nepal will propose another cross-border line connecting Kimathanka in Sankhuwasabha to the Chinese side, by Prithvi Man Shrestha (kp 03/03/2024)

Cracks surface on Chinese-constructed black-topped road within a mere two weeks (kh 03/03/2024)

Gorkha locals urge Home Minister to initiate efforts to reopen border with China (kh 25/02/2024)

Military diplomacy in focus amid mega peacekeeping exercise : As US Indo-Pacific commander arrives, high-level Chinese military delegation is due to visit Kathmandu in March, by Anil Giri (kp 25/02/2024) [Blatant exertion of influence as part of an unabated power struggle between China and the USA in Nepal!]

On The Belt And Road Cooperation And Partnership 'Model Agreement' : The Model Agreement, a comprehensive expert document, comprises 15 key chapters addressing all legitimate criticisms directed at the BRI as a global project, by Bipin Adhikari (sp 23/02/2024)

Koshi Province now has a road link to China, with Taplejung track cut open : With ‘breakthrough’ in the Phungling-Gola-Tiptala section, the east is connected to both India and China by road, by Ananda Gautam (kp 21/02/2024)

Tibet border closure hits family reunions, local trade : Tibetan officials say they are still awaiting Beijing’s permission to reopen the border, which was shut in January 2020 to tame the Covid pandemic, by Ananda Gautam (kp 14/02/2024)

Govt highlights special initiatives in cross-border trade with China: Prime Minister Dahal (kh 10/02/2024)

China assures Dahal six key projects will be expedited : Foreign affairs adviser says envoy Chen told prime minister that groundwork would start after the Chinese holidays, by Anil Giri (kp 09/02/2024)

Deportation of Chinese volunteer exposes Maoist Center’s power struggle and betrayal (kh 07/02/2024)

Unrestricted influx of Chinese criminals raises security concerns in Nepal (kh 06/02/2024)

Chinese Vice Minister Haiyan accuses “some countries” of trying to strain Nepal-China relations (kh 28/01/2024), China says rivals trying to sabotage its ties with Nepal : Visiting Chinese leader asserts BRI is not a debt trap and expresses concerns over investment climate, by Anil Giri (kp 29/01/2024)

Deputy PM Shrestha emphasizes significance of Chinese assistance for Nepal’s prosperity (kh 27/01/2024)

Chinese politicians meeting Nepali leaders : A delegation from Chinese Communist Party has arrived on a four-day visit at the invitation of the Maoist Centre (kp 27/01/2024), Chinese delegation calls on Dahal, Oli : Leaders of major political parties have been invited for a joint consultation conference today at Hotel Soaltee (kp 28/01/2024)

Chinese Vice Minister Sun Haiyan visiting Nepal today (kh 26/01/2024)

Nabil fails to cash hydel project bond from Chinese bank : Himalayan Bank, Bank of Kathmandu, and Investment Bank faced similar issues in the past in China and Italy, by Prithvi Man Shrestha (kp 21/01/2024)

Communist unity top on agenda as Chinese flock to Nepal : Watchers say they are trying to lay ground for a Nepal that is no threat to China. This includes tackling other powers, by Anil Giri (kp 19/01/2024)

Trends in Chinese investment in Nepal, by Nihar R Nayak and Purushottam Poudel (ae 19/01/2024)

Nepal committed in not allowing anti-Chinese activities, Dahal says : Speaking at an inaugural ceremony of Chinese New Year celebrations, the prime minister says Nepal and China are reliable friends (kp 15/01/2024)

Chinese envoy commits swift advancement in upgrading Narayanghat-Butwal road (rep 12/01/2024)

Chinese leader calls on Vice President Yadav : Deputy secretary of standing committee of Yunnan provincial committee of the CPC arrived in Kathmandu on Thursday (kp 07/01/2024)

China’s BRI: A rising global environmental problem, by Manoj Ghimire (kh 29/12/2023)

The disconnect with China : How it is getting increasingly harder for Nepal to talk to and deal with its northern neighbour, by Biswas Baral (kp 25/12/2023)

Traders look north as demand for onion rises : After Chinese onions started to arrive, Indian authorities have quietly permitted the export of the essential kitchen ingredient to Nepal, despite the sweeping ban announced on December 8, by Krishana Prasain (kp 25/12/2023)

Parliamentary delegation led by Maoist Chief Whip embarks on China visit (kh 18/12/2023)

Nepal should choose roads over rail to China, experts say : Concerns over lack of implementation of deals (kp 13/12/2023), Feasibility study of Nepal-China railway on track, department says : Aerial survey and mapping are likely to be completed within this month, according to Rohit Bisural, director general at the railway department, by Prithvi Man Shrestha (kp 14/12/2023)

Leaders, experts stress on implementation of agreements with China : The participants opined that Nepal needs to understand China's strategic concerns better and express Nepal’s interests with China (nlt 13/12/2023)

BRI projects: A message to Nepal in Mandarin : The Chinese envoy’s remarks on Nepal-India electricity trade were a pointer that China was not happy with the present dispensation, by Birendra Prasad Mishra (ae 11/12/2023)

Nepal, China to discuss implementation modality for cross-border power line : The two sides agreed to construct the 220kV Kerung-Rasuwagadhi-Chilime power line with a Chinese grant during Prime Minister Dahal’s China visit in September, by Prithvi Man Shrestha (kp 11/12/2023)

China, Nepal and the neighbourhood : China is working on amity, sincerity, mutual benefit and inclusiveness to get to prosperity, by Chen Song (06/12/2023)

Secretary-level meeting held in China to expedite works on Kathmandu-Kerung railway (rep 28/11/2023)

Nepal's Inconstant Neighborhood Policy : There is widespread perception that Nepal is on track to losing credibility with both the neighbors, by Hari Prasad Shrestha (rep 25/11/2023)

Scholars pin hopes on China’s BRI for poverty reduction in Nepal, South Asia : They praised China’s success stories in poverty eradication and development and said that South Asian countries, including Nepal and India, should draw lessons from China (nlt 23/11/2023)

China Adopts Regional Approach to BRI in Nepal, by Manoj Ghimire (kh 22/11/2023)

Right To Development, by Upendra Gautam (rn 21/11/2023)

All round pressure to open Tiptala border, by Khagendra Adhikari (rep 17/11/2023)

Chinese Communist Party provides relief materials to earthquake victims (rep 16/11/2023)

Korala border in Mustang to open today after four years of closure (kh 13/11/2023), Korala checkpoint opens for all Mustang people (kh 14/11/2023), Korala check point, the fourth Nepal-China land port, opens for business : Chinese ambassador to Nepal Chen Song described the opening as the outcome of Chinese president Xi Jinping’s 2019 Nepal visit (nlt 14/11/2023) [But only for Mustang people?]

Chinese ‘regional approach’ apparent in Tibet delegation’s Gandaki outreach : As the region bordering Nepal, Beijing assigns Tibet to work with Kathmandu on BRI projects, observers say, by Anil Giri (kp 12/11/2023)

Beijing to reopen fourth border point with Nepal : The closure of the Chinese border in 2020 has affected a large number of Nepalis exporting goods such as handmade carpets and handicrafts to China, by Krishana Prasain (kp 11/12/2023)

China set to open Korala checkpoint from Nov. 13 (kh 11/11/2023)

Belt And Road: No Belt, No Road – The Stalled Journey In Nepal, by Bipin Adhikari (sp 10/11/2023)

Visiting CPC Tibet Secretary meets with Prime Minister Dahal in Baluwatar (kh 09/11/2023), Tibet secretary of Communist Party of China in Kathmandu : Wang’s visit aims ‘to maintain the good momentum of high-level exchanges between two countries’ (kp 09/11/2023)

Nepal replugs China grid plan to power up northern villages : During Prime Minister Dahal’s China visit, the neighbour had expressed willingness to consider Nepal’s request, by Prithvi Man Shrestha (kp 08/11/2023)

Two Chinese planes with earthquake relief items land in Pokhara (kh 08/11/2023), China delivers relief materials to Nepal’s earthquake victims (kh 08/11/2023)

China to provide additional Rs. 260 million as earthquake relief assistance (rn 07/11/2023), China pledges additional Rs 280 million aid package for Nepal’s earthquake victims (kh 07/11/2023)

Army Chief returns home from China visit (kh 03/11/2023)

Top Chinese leader visiting Nepal next week (kh 03/11/2023)

People of Gorkha border duped as promised gate access to China fails despite valid passes (kh 02/11/2023)

Nepal awaits Korala border reopening as China readies infrastructure on its side : Officials say they expect Chinese support for upgrading facilities on the Nepali side (kp 31/10/2023)

Two projects of Nepal listed as Belt and Road outcome : However, rather than being new ventures, the projects are already in operation in Nepal. The outcome document remains mum on Pokhara airport (kp 29/10/2023)

Myth Of Debt Trap Diplomacy : False narratives, geopolitical tussle, chronic instability and reluctance of top political leadership have largely been attributed to the slow or no progress in the selection and execution of BRI projects in Nepal, by Ritu Raj Subedi (rn 29/10/2023)

FNCCI President Dhakal’s increased business ties with China spurs controversy (kh 27/10/2023)

Dahal’s China visit and Nepal’s foreign policy, by Prakriti Adhikari (ae 19/10/2023)

Building a shared future : China seeks to enhance solidarity and cooperation with countries around the globe, including Nepal, by Chen Song, Chinese Ambassador to Nepal (kp 19/10/2023)

PM pledges to make Nepal-China trade point in Mustang operational : He also said that the Chinese side has agreed to assist Nepal in the construction of physical infrastructures along the Korala point (nlt 18/10/2023)

PM Dahal’s China Visit: Strategic Autonomy Facing Uncertainty, by Binoj Basnyat (kh 17/10/2023)

DPM Shrestha to participate in BRI event in Beijing : Nepali delegation will leave for China on Monday, by Anil Giri (kp 13/10/2023), Third Belt and Road Forum: Nepali delegation to meet with Chinese ministers : Chinese President Xi Jinping will deliver a keynote speech at the event participated in by representatives from more than 140 countries and over 30 international organizations (nlt 17/10/2023)

PM Prachanda's visit to China : Recalibration Of Nepal's Policy?, by Keshab Prasad Poudel (sp 13/10/2023)

Issuance of departure and entry permits begins for Nepal-China border villages in Mustang (rep 12/10/2023)

Tibet border reopening provides relief to Nepal villagers : The Nepal-China border point at Lapchi in Dolakha has reopened for the residents of Lapchi to trade in Tibetan markets, by Kedar Shiwakoti (kp 11/10/2023)

PM’s China Visit Builds Trust, by Yuba Natjh Lamsal (rn 11/10/2023)

Unauthorised Chinese crusher plant sparks fury : The China State Construction Engineering Corporation has been mining stones in Palpa without environmental assessment, by Madhav Aryal (kp 10/10/2023)

China misusing media to shape false narratives, suppress critical data in South Asia, by Manoj Ghimire (kh 10/10/2023)

China is willing to import more quality agricultural products from Nepal: Ambassador Chen (rep 09/10/2023)

Nepal yet to decide its delegation to Belt and Road Forum : Physical Infrastructure Minister Prakash Jwala and National Planning Commission Vice-chair Min Bahadur Shrestha are likely to participate but there’s no official confirmation, by Anil Giri (kp 06/10/2023)

China opens doors to 15 types of medicinal herbs from Nepal : Two countries signed a protocol of phytosanitary requirements for the export during Prime Minister Dahal’s China visit (kp 04/102023)

China wants Nepal to implement agreements: Prof Dr Jha (rep 02/102023)

Two-way trade through Tatopani remains a mirage : Nepali traders say they are not allowed to sell their goods in Chinese cities even though the border has been reopened, by Anish Tiwari (kp 03/10/2023) [Dahal's one-week visit to China has really been very successful!]

Why does Nepal matter for China?, by Hari Prasad Shrestha (rep 01/10/2023)

Will Expedite Implementation Of Past Deals?, by Ritu Raj Subedi (rn 01/10/2023)

Back from Beijing, Dahal has nothing to show for Belt and Road plans : Prime minister says the map issue was raised in China but it does not figure in any official statement (kp 01/10/2023)

Has Nepal lost interest in the cross-border railway network with China? (rep 01/10/2023)

Nepal-China agree to open all checkpoints: PM Dahal (kh 30/09/2023), PM Dahal about direct flights from China to Pokhara International Airport (kh 30/09/2023)

Chinese tourists enter Nepal after Tatopani border reopening : According to the Tatopani Immigration Office, 820 Chinese tourists from various provinces of China have entered Nepal from the border point till September 25, by Anish Tiwari (kp 30/09/2023)

Revealing China’s Intentions and Malice Through Nepal’s Infrastructure Development, by Randhir Chaudhary (kh 29/09/2023) [book review]

What Nepal stands to gain and lose from BRI, by Anupam Bhattarai (ae 28/09/2023)

Border entry passes distributed to locals of Olangchung Gola (rep 28/09/2023)

PM’s visit: No breakthrough, no notable gains, say observers : Nepal shifts from ‘one-China policy’ to ‘one-China principle’, by Anil Giri (kp 27/09/2023), Dahal in China : The PM did not compromise on Nepal’s core interests. But he didn’t secure major concessions either (kp 28/09/2023)

Building Nepal-China power line will take time : Two countries have agreed to build the 220kV Kerung-Rasuwagadhi-Chilime line during Dahal’s China visit, by Prithvi Man Shrestha (kp 27/09/2023)

Nepal China Chamber of Commerce and Wuxi CCPIT sign agreement to boost tourism and business (kh 27/09/2023)

Dolakha village adjoining Tibet is emptying due to prolonged border closure : Residents say the government has not taken diplomatic initiative to reopen the border so that they could ply traditional trade, by K, Nepal and China issue joint statement strengthening bilateral ties and multifaceted cooperation (repedar Shiwakoti (kp 26/09/2023), Nepal and China agree to revisit bilateral Trade and Payments Agreement (rep 26/09/2023)

Indians, Chinese apply to build electric vehicle plants : Automobiles are Nepal’s second largest import after petroleum products in terms of value, by Krishana Prasain (kp 26/09/2023)

Nepal, China sign 12 agreements during Prime Minister Dahal’s official visit to China (nlt 25/09/2023), PM Dahal inks dozen distinct agreements and an MoU during China trip (kh 25/09/2023), Nepal seeks to sidestep China’s GSI request : Talking to Kantipur in New York, Dahal had categorically denied chances of Nepal joining a security-related alliance, by Anil Giri (kp 25/09/2023), Nepal and China sign 12-point agreement : Joint Statement between Nepal and the People's Republic of China (Full text) (kh 26/09/2023)

FNCCI urges Chinese banks’ presence in Nepal (kp 25/09/2023)

PM Dahal to address Nepal-China Business Summit in Beijing today (kh 24/09/2023), CNI, CCPIT reach understanding to/ form Nepal-China Business Council (rep 24/09/2023)

PM Dahal pledges to protect Chinese investors and entrepreneurs (kh 24/09/2023)

Mustang locals demand smooth operation of Korala transit point (rep 24/09/2023), Locals demand operation of Korala transit point (ht 24/09/2023)

Nepal supports Xi’s vital initiatives and concepts, Dahal says : Beijing encourages Chinese enterprises to start business in Nepal and promote Nepali exports to China, Xi responds, by Anil Giri (kp 24/09/2023)

Nepal’s trade deficit with China widens, by Dilip Paudel (rep 23/09/2023)

PM Dahal to meet President Xi of China in Hangzhou today (kh 23/09/2023), Prime Minister Dahal China-bound seeking support for 30 projects : The prime minister left New York after addressing the UN General Assembly, by Anil Giri (kp 23/09/2023)

Nepal's Maoist leader visits China : Prime Minister Dahal's visit to Beijing comes at a time when Nepal is the most fragile and fungible it has ever been, by Bhaskar Koirala (nt 22/09/2023)

Balancing the dragon and the elephant : Nepal needs support from all donor countries and partners for sustained growth, by Pragya Ghimire (kp 22/09/2023)

PM Prachanda paying official visit to China from Sept 23 to 30 (rn 21/09/2023)

Time to synchronise : It is unfair to accuse China of setting up a debt trap simply because it is involved in financing them, by Gao Liang (kp 20/09/2023)

PM’s China Visit : Why It Matters For Nepal, by Narayan Upadhyay (rn 19/09/2023)

Reflections on Nepal-China relations : China’s economic investment in Nepal has increased, but its contribution to creating jobs is meagre, by Chandra D Bhatta (kp 17/09/2023)

PM Dahal set to sign BRI Project raising debt concerns (kh 15/09/2023), Cabinet okays eight deals for Dahal's China visit : Pacts on agro-industrial parks, cultural cooperation, north-south corridors and transmission line on the cards, by Anil Giri (kp 16/09/2023), Tibet border closure hits livelihoods of Nepalis in mountain villages : Besides trade, the seasonal employment from which Nepalis in outlying villages of Bajhang earned their living has been hugely affected, by Basant Pratap Singh (kp 16/09/2023)

Signing of BRI implementation plan uncertain : Congress chief Deuba, ex-minister Khadka advise Dahal against the signing in Beijing, citing strategic concerns, by Anil Giri (kp 14/09/2023)

PM’s China calling : There have been no substantive results despite the two countries reaching landmark agreements in recent year (kp 12/09/2023)

China’s engagements in Nepal and challenges : The Nepal-China BRI agreement has remained in limbo for long, despite claims of success of the initiative in Nepal, by Sourav Dahal (ae 12/09/2023)

The address of the Chinese envoy: Disregard for political sensitivity, by Jiba Raj Pokharel (ht 12/09/2023)

China, Nepal and the BRI dilemma : One major factor for the BRI that remains in limbo is the obscurity about its funding modality, by Prashanti Poudyal (kp 12/09/2023)

Language becomes a barrier to Nepal-China border security, by Tapendra Karki (rep 10/09/2023)


Asian nations in deep trouble as Chinese nationals inflict huge cyber-related damages, by Manoj Ghimire (kh 10/09/2023)

Nepal imports goods from third country through Chinese ports after seven years of transit agreement (rep 09/09/2023)

Call for Restraint to Deepen Nepal-China Ties, by Pramod Jaiswal (rep 09/09/2023)

Controversies surface in Kathmandu on the eve of Nepal PM’s China visit : New Chinese map and Chinese ambassador's statement on India's policies on Nepal have become the subject of controversies in Kathmandu (nlt 07/09/2023), More than just Chinese whisper : Diplomats shouldn’t jeopardise relations between neighbours with their impromptu remarks (kp 08/09/2023)

Poor then, poor now : Now is perhaps not the right time to go to China with a begging bowl in hand, by Deepak Thapa (kp 07/09/2023)

A painful balancing act in China : Even as Beijing receives Dahal, its disappointment with NCP’s break-up might manifest in negotiations, by Anurag Acharya (kp 07/09/2023)

BRI and Nepal’s equidistance foreign policy, by Devesh Jha (kp 06/09/2023), BRI Nepal: Bridging hearts and minds by linking mountains and rivers, by YB Thapa (ht 06/09/2023)

Nepal's Cultural Links With Mansarovar, by Shyam Bahadur Khadka (rn 06/09/2023)

China, India and Nepal border dispute: Political in the time of trade supremacy, by Jiba Raj Pokharel (ht 05/09/2023)

Chinese Ambassador Song displays ‘undiplomatic demeanor’ : Song's undiplomatic address on policy shortfalls in neighboring nations sparks controversy (kh 04/09/2023), Chinese envoy's statements on Nepal-India bilateral relations, trade ignites controversy (rep 06/09/2023), NC leader Yadav attacked after his criticism of Chinese Ambassador’s undiplomatic statement (kh 06/09/2023), Minister Yadav criticizes Chinese Ambassador’s statement as contrary to diplomatic protocol (kh 06/09/2023), Chinese ambassador takes flak for his remarks on Nepal-India relations : Foreign Minister Saud says Kathmandu has taken notice of Chen Song’s comments. Some have called for clarification, by Anil Giri (kp 07/09/2023),  Parliament to take up Chinese ambassador’s ‘undiplomatic’ remarks : Chen had pointed out that in the last fiscal year, Nepal exported electricity worth Rs 10bn to India, while simultaneously importing electricity worth Rs 19bn from India, by Pratik Ghimire (ae 07/09/2023), Lawmakers call for cautioning Chinese envoy over his controversial remarks : Ambassador Chen is under fire for his ‘undiplomatic’ comments on Nepal-India relations, by Anil Giri (kp 08/09/2023)

PM’s China visit: BRI projects to buffalo meat export on list : As the prime minister’s office and foreign ministry sort out proposals, officials say half a dozen MoUs will be signed, by Anil Giri (kp 03/09/2023)

On reopening day, 200 Nepalis shop in Khasa : People living close to Tatopani hope border town becomes vibrant again after two-way flow of travellers resumes, by Anish Tiwari (kp 02/09/2023)

Chinese Gang Crimes: From gold smuggling to match-fixing, by Tapendra Karki (rep 01/09/2023)

Neighbours snub Nepal’s new map : Both India and China have refused to recognise the map that Nepal’s Parliament unanimously passed in 2020, by Anil Giri (kp 31/08/2023), Kathmandu Mayor Balen cancels China visit over map discrepancy (kh 31/08/2023), NSU protest in front of Chinese Embassy for disregarding Nepal’s updated map (kh 31/08/2023), Govt to take up map issue with China (ae 31/08/2023), China 2023 map leaves out new map of Nepal, by Bal Krishna Sah (ht), China urged to use Nepal’s official map : Kathmandu mayor cancels visit in protest. Government to communicate with China before making its stance public, by Anil Giri (kp 01/09/2023), New Chinese map continues to draw flak in Nepal : Earlier Kathmandu Mayor Balen Shah cancelled his China trip citing omission of Nepali territory in the Chinese map. On Friday, Ministry of Foreign Affairs issued a statement (nlt 02/09/2023)

Tatopani reopens for travel from tomorrow : The Nepal-China border point has been closed since the 2015 earthquake destroyed the infrastructure, by Krishana Prasain (kp 31/08/2023), Tatopani border checkpoint to remain open from today (kh 01/09/2023), Nepal-China border at Tatopani reopens after a lengthy closure of 8.5 years (rep 01/09/2023)

Travel traders in Pokhara demand regular flights from Chinese cities : The travel trade entrepreneurs' demands include declaring Pokhara as a destination for Chinese tourists, opening the Consulate General of China in Pokhara, and launching packages to attract Chinese tourists to the lake city, by Deepak Pariyar (kp 31/08/2023)

Nepal PM vows to open more border points with China : Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal said this while responding to the questions raised by lawmakers in parliament on Tuesday (nlt 29/08/2023) [Were the border points closed by Nepal or by its friendly neighbour China? And why have they not been opened for so long?]

Closure of Tiptala transit for long hits economic activities (rep 27/08/2023) [Is this what China means by friendly cooperation?]

Nepal to request China for waiver of Pokhara airport construction loan : Ministries have come up with a long wish list for prime minister’s China visit next month, by Anil Giri (kp 26/08/2023)

China-Nepal industrial park project in Jhapa to progress as IBN expedites PDA process (rep 26/08/2023)

Chinese criminals involved in illicit activities acquire Nepali citizenship and passports (kh 23/08/2023)

Two north-south corridor roads may be on Dahal’s China agenda : Dahal is scheduled to visit China, flying straight from New York on September 22 after addressing the UN, by Anil Giri (kp 22/08/2023)

DoI instructs authorities in Rasuwa to facilitate in China entry permits (ht 21/08/2023)

PM anticipates significant energy agreement during China visit (kh 18/08/2023), Dahal to take cross-border power transmission proposal to China : Beijing’s cooperation will also be sought to supply electricity to remote Nepali villages from the Chinese grid, by Prithvi Man Shrestha (kp 20/08/2023)

Nepal Vice President participates in China South Asia Expo, reiterates Nepal’s one-China policy : Vice president's China trip comes on the eve of the proposed visit by Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal Prchanda to Beijing in September (nlt 17/08/2023)

Chinese army team arriving in Kathmandu (kh 16/08/2023), Nepal, China to resume joint military drills : With Vice President Yadav, foreign minister Wang renews commitment to BRI projects, by Anil Giri (kp 18/08/2023)

Chinese contractor’s sluggish work hits a snag on Muglin-Pokhara Road Project as deadline looms (kp 15/08/2023), Chinese firms’ strategy: Contract acquisition at low cost, bargaining through work delays (kh 15/08/2023)

Politicians are making a beeline to China. But what’s the catch?, by Kamal Dev Bhattarai (ae 15/08/2023), PM Dahal’s forthcoming China visit: Nepal plans to sign power trade agreement (ae 15/08/2023)

Managing Nepal-China Border Security, by Buddhi Narayan Shrestha (rn 13/08/2023)

China’s border closure leaves Nepal’s sacred traditions in limbo, by Shreeman Narayan (kh 11/08/2023)

Resounding verdict: Nepalis choose India over China in latest public opinion survey (kh 10/08/2023)

BRI And Its Global Implications, by Suresh Ale Magar (rn 09/08/2023)

Nepal to receive 21 drones from China’s Tibet Autonomous Region for security enhancement (kh 09/08/2023)

Vice President Yadav visiting China next week to attend 7th China-South Asia Expo in Kunming : This will be Yadav’s first foreign trip since taking office. After the expo, vice governors of Yunnan Province are coming to Nepal (kp 08/08/2023)

Beijing to allow people’s movement in Tatopani border point : Before the earthquake, nearly 30,000 Chinese tourists used to enter Nepal from the Tatopani border point (kp 05/08/2023)

China entry permit issue hampers goods transportation affecting businesses in Nepal (kh 03/08/2023) [Not really a benevolent neighbour!]

BRI shatters Nepal’s hope to graduate from LDC status, by Shriman Narayan (kh 02/08/2023)

68 Years Of Nepal-China Diplomatic Ties, by Lila Mani Paudyal (rn 01/08/2023) [And that is why the border crossings are closed most of the time and otherwise trade is a one-way process?]

Nepali traders ‘cautiously optimistic’ as Nepal-China border points resume after a hiatus of years, by Sajira Shrestha (rep 30/07/2023)

China’s engagement in Nepal’s infrastructure sector discussed : Discussion was held at a seminar to launch “China’s Emergence in Nepal’s Infrastructure: Status, Issues and Challenges,” a book published by a Kathmandu-based think tank (nlt 29/07/2023)

Revenue office seeks details of smuggled gold from Hong Kong customs : ‘How could a quintal of gold get a pass from the Hong Kong customs?’ Nepal’s department asks in a letter, by Anil Giri (kp 28/07/2023)

Upper Dolpa residents struggle to make ends meet as Tibet border remains shut : Locals of Dolpobuddha, Sheyphoksundo, and Chharkatangsong pay a hefty price for goods transported on mules, by Tripti Shahi (kp 27/07/2023) [China is really proving to be a good and benevolent friend to the Nepali people!]

India and China’s ruling parties and their relationship with Nepali parties, by Kamal Dev Bhattarai (ae 27/07/2023)

Rasuwagadhi witnesses a surge in people’s activities (kh 27/07/2023)

China launches ‘Lively Village’ project in Sindhupalchok : Under the project, China will provide financial and technical support to Kuvinde village of the district for agriculture and livestock development (nlt 25/07/2023), China pledges Rs145 million aid for Nepal’s seven provinces : The money will be used for agriculture-related projects aimed at poverty alleviation, by Anil Giri (kp 025/07/2023)

Speaker Ghimire and Chinese leader stress Rasuwagadhi-Kerung railway construction (kh 24/07/2023)

Belt, road and roundabout : China’s statement that Pokhara airport is under the BRI has legitimate justifications, by Semanta Dahal (kp 23/07/2023)

High level CPC delegation visiting Nepal (rep 23/07/2023), CPC Politburo Member Yuan Jiajun arrives in Kathmandu for three-day visit (rep 23/07/2023), Chinese leader pays courtesy call on President Paudel, holds virtual meeting with PM Dahal : Communist Party of China politburo member Yuan Jiajun also met Defence Minister Purna Bahadur Khadka on Sunday (kp)

Nepal-China sign MoU on development and exchange of agricultural technology, skills (nlt 21/07/2023)

Finance ministers of Nepal and China discuss issues of mutual interests : The two finance ministers also discussed the commitment of aid made by the President of China during his visit to Nepal in 2019 (nlt 18/07/2023)

Revving up diplomacy: China unleashes fleet of vehicles as gift to Federal Parliament (kh 18/07/2023)

Nepal exports animal feed to China (kh 15/07/2023), Nepal exports first batch of haylage to China : The potential for fodder export is huge and the annual exports will fetch Rs4 billion, according to Chinese Ambassador to Nepal Chen Song, by Ramesh Kumar Paudel (kp 16/07/2023)

Govt in discussions for implementing China's BRI plan (rep 13/07/2023)

CPC politburo member visiting Nepal : Yuan Jiajun will be senior-most Communist Party of China official coming after formation of Dahal government, by Anil Giri (kp 12/07/2023)

Kerung locals to get permanent entry permits to China on citizenship basis (kh 08/07/2023)

Foreign ministry expresses concern over foreign diplomats' attendance at Dalai Lama's birthday celebration (rep 07/07/2023) [The Dalai Lama is no longer the political head of Chinese-occupied Tibet, but only a prominent representative of Tibetan Buddhism. So where is the problem?]

China opens Kailas-Mansarovar pilgrimage… …But only for Nepalis, and conditions apply, by Shrijan Pandey (nt 07/07/2023)

Diplomatic initiatives needed to fully reopen Tatopani border point: Minister Basnet (kh 07/07/2023)

DPM Shrestha urges China to sign implementation deals on BRI projects : Says he asked Chinese leaders to ramp up aid to Nepal in line with the northern neighbour’s economic progress, by Anil Giri (kp 04/07/2023)

Chinese officials were curious about implementation of BRI projects in Nepal: Deputy PM Shrestha (kh 02/07/2023)

Possible five-layered plan for the US-China co-existence, by Saurav Raj Pant (kh 01/07/2023) [Both China and the US follow a contrary path and prefer to bring Nepal into their respective hegemonic aspirations!]

DPM Shrestha urges Chinese side to increase flights to Nepal (kh 01/07/2023)

Why is China lumping Nepal projects under its Belt and Road Initiative? Beijing might have been listing projects to show increasing engagement between Nepal and China, expert says, by Nishan Khatiwada (kp 30/06/2023)

Nepal Must Focus On Sound Diplomacy, by Lok Deep Thapa (rn 30/06/2023)

Parallel military diplomacy : Nepal should seek to retain the status quo with India and promote technical cooperation with China, by Hindu Sanskriti Karki (kp 29/06/2023)

China’s steps up engagement with Nepal, by Kamal Dev Bhattarai (ae 27/06/2023)

Pokhara International Airport is not under BRI: Minister Kiranti (ae 26/06/2023), Nepal yet to execute BRI projects, says Foreign Minister Saud : His statement comes as rebuttal amid Chinese claims that Pokhara International Airport is part of the BRI, by Anil Giri (kp 27/06/2023)

Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal plans to visit China in September : Ministries working on the agenda. Foreign Minister Saud could go in July to lay the ground, by Anil Giri (kp 23/06/2023)

Chinese Ambassador Song affirms Pokhara Int’l Airport construction as part of BRI (kh 21/06/2023), China envoy again packs a geopolitical punch as new Pokhara airport suffers : Chinese officials say it is Nepal’s decision to have only nine projects under the BRI framework, not theirs, by Anil Giri and Sangam Prasain (kp 22/06/2023)

Confused on China : If we are unclear about what we want, meaningful progress in bilateral ties will remain elusive (kp 20/06/2023)

Geoeconomics over geopolitics : Nepal faces challenges in managing diplomacy on three levels—global, regional and bilateral, by Achyut Wagle (kp 20/06/2023)

What is behind China’s growing post-Covid engagements with Nepal? Chinese are worried third parties may derail bilateral relations, according to leaders and experts, by Anil Giri (kp 19/06/2023) [On balance, this is probably also a reaction to the intensive US engagement in Nepal. It seems that both countries have their own global interests at heart.]

China seeks Nepal’s support for GSI and GCI : Global Civilisation Initiative ‘advocates upholding common values of humanity and international people-to-people exchanges’, by Anil Giri (kp 14/06/2023) [And what about the values of humanity of the Tibetans and the Uyghurs, to name just two examples where these values are ignored by China?]

Storytellers from up north : Chinese journalists find Nepal adaptable and familiar in terms of family and community values, by Dharma Adhikari (kp 12/06/2023)

China’s actions spark fears of potential assault on Tibetan culture, by Manoj Ghimire (kh 07/06/2023)

A circuitous route to Beijing : Many strategists in New Delhi often choose to ignore that China is an integral part of South Asia, by CK Lal (kp 07/06/2023)

CPC leader in Kathmandu on eve of Dahal’s Delhi trip : Chinese side could still be exploring the possibility of unity among leftist parties in Nepal, Maoist Centre leader says (kp 31/05/2023), Chinese leaders reach Parisdanda after PM’s residence in Baluwatar (kh 31/05/2023)

Govt report reveals unauthorized Chinese construction, encroachment upon Nepal’s territory (kh 30/05/2023)

NA hell-bent on procuring weapons from China; CoAS Sharma still goes falsehoods (kh 26/05/2023), Nepal Army plans to buy APCs. Chinese supplier is on US blacklist : It wants to procure 26 armoured personnel carriers from Chinese firm Norinco for use in UN peacekeeping missions, by Anil Giri (kp 27/05/2023)

Skipped Boao Forum on Chinese advice, prime minister tells Parliament : The prime minister says the boundary row with India will be settled through diplomacy on the basis of facts and historical evidence (kp 24/05/2023)

‘China’s interactions with South Asia hinge on Nepal’ : Observers feel Nepali parties have no discipline. This impression arises from the belief that Nepal is willing to compromise on its principles, leading to a lack of trust in the country, interview with Hu Shisheng, director of South Asian Studies at the China Institute of Contemporary International Studies (CICIS) (kp 22/05/2023)

Balancing Act: Nepal's Delicate Dance with China and India, by Nabraj Lama (rep 20/05/2023)

Six years after BRI agreement, Nepal has little to show for it : Nepali officials seem unaware the deal, involving cross-border rail, is renewed every 3 years, by Anil Giri (kp 17/05/2023), Bungling on BRI : A lot can be learned from the six largely unfruitful years of cooperation under the initiative (kp 18/05/2023)

Nepali traders fed up with China’s random border policy : The Tatopani border point re-opened on May 1 after remaining closed for eight years then closed again the next day, by Krishana Pradhan and Anish Tiwari (kp 14/05/2023)

Is China planning to recruit Nepalis in PLA? Speculative reports in Indian media say Delhi’s new policy created void to be thus exploited, by Anil Giri (kp 13/05/2023) [This is hardly imaginable. Why should China recruit foreign mercenaries? This smells of targeted Indian fake news!]

China’s BRI becoming increasingly burdensome, unappealing, by Manoj Ghimire (kh 11/05/2023)

Rare sight: Envoys of world’s rival superpowers talk Nepal’s development : Chinese ambassador to Nepal Cheng Song and US ambassador to Nepal Dean R Thompson stand together to discuss Nepal's development (nlt 11/05/2023)

Pilgrims to Kailash discouraged by new Chinese rules : Nepali tour operators say the complex rules are designed to control the entry of foreign pilgrims, particularly Indians, by Sangam Prasain (kp 09/05/2023)

NA set to open LC to procure weapons worth Rs 6 billion from China (kh 07/05/2023)

Tibetan Refugees’ Seven Decades in Foreign Lands, by Hari Prasad Shrestha (rep 05/05/2023)

Locals in remote Mugu urge government to reopen Nakchenangla pass : For the locals of Mugum Karmarong Rural Municipality, Tibet is much closer. They have to walk for five days to reach Gamgadhi—the district headquarters—to buy daily essentials, by Raj Vahadur Shahi (kp 05/05/2023)

Two-way trade from Tatopani-Khasa border resumes (ae 01/05/2023), Nepali trucks being stopped at Tatopani border point : The cargo has to be transferred to Chinese trucks for onward transport under a new rule issued by China, officials said, by Krishana Prasain (kp 02/05/2023) [Free trade as China understands it! Nepal should slowly think about whether China is really a cooperation partner for the future!]

NA makes significant strides to procure arms from China; approaches Army Welfare Fund (kh 01/05/2023)

China to release Rs80 billion pledged to Nepal since 2008 : The funds from the northern neighbour will be used for infrastructure development in Nepal, according to officials, by Anil Giri (kp 30/04/2023)

Food shortage in Sankhuwasabha villages as China border closure continues since 2020 : Bhotkhola Rural Municipality distributed rice in the affected villages of Thudam, Ridak and Chhumusur on Wednesday, by Dipendra Shakya (kp 27/04/2023)

Chinese team in the field for detailed study of Kathmandu-Kerung railway (rep 25/04/2023)

7 years since transit deal with China, no shipment has moved : Nepal’s bid to break away from its sole dependence on India for third-country trade has not succeeded so far, by Anil Giri (kp 22/04/2023), Nepal’s delicate dance on BRI : There has not been any progress on any of the nine chosen projects, as the two countries are yet to finalize a BRI implementation plan, by Kamal Dev Bhattarai (ae 24/04/2023)

Bilateral security meeting stresses on re-opening Tatopani transit point (rn 18/04/2023)

Commercial explosives imported from China after India’s refusal : Officials say India has been reluctant to supply explosives to be used in projects involving Chinese firms. The new imports are meant for a cement factory and a hydropower project, by Prithvi Man Shrestha (kp 11/04/2023)

Chinese companies showing little interest in power summit : Indian companies are expected to flood the event being held in Kathmandu on April 18-19, by Prithvi Man Shrestha (kp 10/04/2023)

Nepal has two main border points with China. But why does trade suffer? Rasuwagadhi-Kerung border point had been closed for more than three years, by Krishana Prasain (kp 09/04/2023)

No clarity on BRI projects as Nepal, China officials meet : There was no concrete discussion on GSI and GCI, Nepali officials say, by Purushottam Poudel (kp 08/04/2023)

Five dry ports planned at Nepal-China border (ae 04/07/2023)

No trade, no food. Life’s hard in remote Mugu : Hundreds of households pushed to poverty after commerce with China came to a halt, by Raj Bahadur Shahi (kp 07/04/2023)

Unpacking trade ties with China : Nepal trades more with distant economies like Italy and France than with its immediate neighbour China, by Prashanti Poudyal (kp 06/04/2023)

Locals want China to re-open Kimathanka checkpoint (rep 06/04/2023)

Nepali and Chinese officials to discuss border, security issues but skip GSI : A foreign ministry official says there will be open and frank discussion on all topics including some disputed ones, by Anil Giri (kp 05/04/2023)

Don’t shut them again : More than the BRI, Nepal would arguably benefit from hassle-free border points with China (kp 04/04/2023)

Nepali traders laud reopening of Rasuwagadhi-Kerung border point : Some traders say that Chinese border points have a habit of opening and closing randomly, causing them much distress. They have called for a consistent trade and transit policy, by Krishana Prasain and Janak Bahadur Shahi (kp 03/04/2023)

Nepal requests China to resume Kathmandu-Lhasa direct flight (rep 03/04/2023)

Nepal has 10,000 foreign workers, highest from China (kh 03/04/2023)

Tourism industry loses millions with Kailash Yatra closed : China has yet to welcome pilgrims to the Tibet site that was closed after the outbreak of Covid pandemic in 2020, by Sangam Prasain and Rupa Gahatraj (kp 01/04/2023)

Nepal-China foreign secretary-level talks to be held in Beijing next week : Meeting comes ahead of the sixth anniversary of Nepal’s signing up to the BRI, by Anil Giri (kp 01/04/2023)

Kerung and Tatopani border points set to reopen fully for trade, travel : Nepal-China mechanism in Lhasa agrees on Wednesday to reopen Kerung point from April 1 and Tatopani from May 1 (kp 30/03/2023), Rekindled hopes on Nepal-China trade (ae 31/03/2023)

Nepal and China to meet in Lhasa for secretary-level border and trade talks : The meeting of the joint mechanism scheduled for March 29-30 in the Tibet Autonomous Region is expected to facilitate bilateral trade (kp 26/03/2023)

Understanding BRI in Nepal, by Kamal Dev Bhattarai (ae 24/03/2023)

Chinese experts blame geopolitics for PM’s reluctance to attend Boao Forum : Implementing agency for BRI in Nepal suggested just as the MCC has set up MCA-Nepal, by Purushottam Poudel (kp 18/03/2023)

BRI platform for economic cooperation, not a geopolitical tool: Chinese envoy : Nepal has not been able to take advantage of China’s Belt and Road Initiative six years after signing it, officials say (kp 17/03/2023)

Nepal’s ambassadors wait—months on end—for political access in Delhi, Beijing : Indian, Chinese foreign ministers have yet to grant Sharma and Shrestha the audience (kp 17/03/2023) [This is a sign of contempt for Nepal by China and India!]

Chinese contractors emerge as major players in Nepali projects : As of the end of last year, Chinese enterprises had signed project contracts worth USD 10.74 billion in Nepal, with a turnover of USD 5.48 billion (ae 16/03/2023)

Beijing’s long game in Kathmandu : Ideological convictions mean little in Kathmandu, but money never fails to get fast results, by CK Lal (kp 15/03/2023), Prime Minister Dahal urges China to invest in Nepal : In the past five years until 2022, China had signed project contracts worth $10.74 billion in Nepal, according to a Chinese official (kp 15/03/2023)

Nepali and Chinese industrialists meet to explore new business opportunities in Nepal (rep 14/03/2023)

Beijing’s Nepal policy will see more continuity than change: Chinese experts : Xi Jinping, after being elected for an unprecedented third term, has appointed Qin Gang as China’s foreign minister, by Purushottam Poudel (kp 13/03/2023) [In other words, an urgently needed improved cooperation is not to be expected despite the massive American intervention?]

Chinese tourists are returning to Nepal after three years : China’s culture and tourism ministry on Friday gave permission to its citizens to travel to 40 countries, beginning March 15. Nepal tops the list, by Sangam Prasain (kp 11/03/2023). China adds Nepal to list of approved outbound tourist destinations for citizens (rep 11/03/2023), China’s positive gesture (rep 13/03/2023)

khara Int’l Airport could be Nepal’s Hambantota : Experts view it as China's debt-trap ploy to gain a strong foothold in Nepal (kh 10/03/2023)

Tibet to invest 1.99 bn dollars in improving conditions of villages along LAC: Report (kh 26/02/2023) [??]

Architecture Immortalises Relationship, by Pabin Dhakal (rn 24/02/2023)

Nepali and Chinese officials discuss power trade : The northern neighbour proposes constructing a 220kV cross-border line to import electricity from Nepal during winter, by Prithvi Man Shrestha (kp 24/02/2023) [But especially in winter, Nepal is still not in a position to export electricity!?]

Nepal’s stated policy keeps it from joining China’s GSI : After opting out of American IPS and SPP initiatives in principle, it looks difficult for Nepal to say yes to the GSI, by Anil Giri (kp 23/02/2023)

Cross-border railway dream of generations of leaders and peoples of Nepal and China : Cooperation between Nepal and other nations, such as the US and India, should be conducted on a basis of equality, interview with Chinese Ambassador Chen Song (kp 20/02/2023)

Belt and Road to nowhere : While negotiation with China on financing modality is possible, we are yet to see if it addresses our concerns, by Sourav Dahal (kp 16/02/2023)

Tibet calls for UN fact-finding mission to address atrocities by China (kh 14/02/2023)

Coalition of the unwilling? China wants Nepal to be part of global development and security initiatives, which are sketchy at best, by Kamal Dev Bhattarai (ae 10/02/2023)

Chinese Ambassador Song calls on Speaker Ghimire (kh 08/02/2023)

Nepal-China to meet on cross-border transmission line in two weeks : The third round of bilateral meeting is scheduled to take place after a gap of three years, by Prithvi Man Shrestha (kp 06/02/2023)

Karnali folks struggle as China closes border for export of herbs (rep 31/01/2023)