Problems should be solved through dialogue: Kamal Thapa

KATHMANDU: Former Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Kamal Thapa has stressed the need of resolving bilateral issues between Nepal and India through dialogue, given the conceptual differences in their geopolitics, security, and strategic affairs.

In a discussion with journalists focused on diplomatic affairs, Thapa spoke about his upcoming book, “Nakabandi Ra Bhurajniti Kutini Rajniti Maa Mero Anubhav” (My Experience and Reflections in Blockade and Geopolitics Diplomacy), which is set to be released on Krishna Janmashtami.

The book explores the 1950 Peace and Friendship Treaty and the evolving relationship between the two countries.

Thapa highlighted that he aimed to address various dimensions of this relationship in his writing.

“After the Mahakali Treaty and the promulgation of the new Constitution in 2015, I have shared my reflections based on my role as Minister of Foreign Affairs,” Thapa explained, noting that the book is not an autobiography.

Thapa also emphasized the need to update the traditional definitions of Nepal-India relations to elevate their mutual understanding and cooperation.

During his tenure, Thapa served as Foreign Minister under Prime Ministers Lokendra Bahadur Chand, Sher Bahadur Deuba, and KP Sharma Oli.