Monday 21 September 2015

Nepal's Constitution - Neighbour's Reaction



The Constitution Assembly of Nepal ratified a new Constitution on Wednesday after the lawmakers from the major political parties agreeing to a point which makes Nepal a federal republic and a secular nation. In all, 507 of the young republic's 598 lawmakers came out in favour of the bill in the marathon vote, which began on Sunday and continued late into Wednesday night.

Here's a sneak peek of what Nepal's Neighbouring countries have to say of this outcome.

China


China sincerely congratulates Nepal on promulgating the new constitution, and hopes to see that Nepal can take this opportunity to realise national unity, stability and development. China attaches great importance to relations with Nepal, and stands ready to further deepen bilateral friendly cooperation and provide assistance for Nepal's economic and social development to the best of her capacity.
-Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Hong Lei's Regular Press Conference on September 21, 2015

India



We are deeply concerned over the incidents of violence resulting in death and injury in regions of Nepal bordering India following the promulgation of Constitution yesterday. Our freight companies and transporters have also voiced complaints about the difficulties they are facing in movement within Nepal and their security concerns, due to the prevailing unrest.

We had repeatedly cautioned the political leadership of Nepal to take urgent steps to defuse the tension in these regions. This, if done in a timely manner, could have avoided these serious developments.

We have consistently argued that all sections of Nepal must reach a consensus on the political challenges confronting them. The issues facing Nepal are political in nature and cannot be resolved through force. We still hope that initiatives will be taken by Nepal’s leadership to effectively and credibly address the causes underlying the present state of confrontation.

New Delhi
September 21, 2015

Pakistan



Pakistan welcomes the promulgation of the new Constitution in Nepal, through a democratic process.

We felicitate the Government and the political parties of Nepal on this achievement. Pakistan is confident that the new Constitution will further cement the foundations of democracy in Nepal.

The President and the Prime Minister of Pakistan have congratulated the President and the Prime Minister of Nepal on this historic achievement.

Pakistan wishes peace and prosperity to the people of Nepal.

Islamabad
September 21, 2015

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