KATHMANDU: Sher Bahadur Deuba, President of the Nepali Congress (NC), has pledged that the Constitution will be amended through consensus among all political parties.
Speaking at the opening of the fifth session of the House of Representatives (HoR) today, Deuba committed to prioritizing the amendment process by reviewing both the “positive” and “negative” aspects of the Constitution.
“The federal democratic republic system, along with pluralism based on multi-party competition and inclusion, should remain intact during any constitutional amendments,” he emphasized.
Deuba also expressed hope that the bills currently under consideration would be endorsed by this winter session, which is also referred to as the legislative session.
Reflecting on the six-and-a-half months since the current government took office, the leader of the major coalition partner stressed the importance of implementing the seven-point agreement reached between his party and the CPN (UML) during government formation.
He asserted that the government is working to fulfill the aspirations of citizens by focusing on development and prosperity.
“The government’s primary objectives are to strengthen the federal democratic republic system, achieve lasting peace, combat corruption, and ensure good governance, all while accelerating economic growth and development,” Deuba said, expressing confidence that the government will perform even better in the future. “Improving the country’s economic climate is urgent,” he added.
The former Prime Minister noted that several ordinances have been recently introduced to promote a favorable business environment and enhance good governance.
He expressed optimism that these ordinances will be approved by the House.
“The rule of law is the foundation of democracy, and parliament is the place for enacting laws. Therefore, we must avoid delays in lawmaking,” he said.
Deuba reiterated his belief that democracy is the world’s best political system, with no alternative to it.
“Democracy has the potential to bring prosperity to the nation. Let us work together to strengthen this system and connect it to the daily lives of the people,” he urged.
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