Nepal PM Oli reaffirms commitment to 'One China' policy, bans anti-China activities
Kathmandu: Nepal's Prime Minister K.P. Sharma Oli, on Sunday, reaffirmed the country's strong commitment to the 'One China' policy, stating that no anti-China activities will be allowed on Nepali soil. The remarks were made during a meeting with a high-level Chinese delegation led by Chen Jining, a senior member of the Communist Party of China.
During the meeting, held at the Prime Minister's residence in Baluwatar, Kathmandu, Oli assured the delegation that Nepal adheres to China's stance on Taiwan and will not permit any activities that challenge China's sovereignty.
In addition, Oli expressed hopes for continued economic support from China and discussed strengthening bilateral ties between the two nations. Talks also focused on deepening relations between the Communist Party of China (CPC) and the Communist Party of Nepal (Unified Marxist–Leninist), with Oli emphasising the importance of high-level exchanges to enhance cooperation.
Chen Jining reiterated China's commitment to Nepal's prosperity and assured that Beijing would respect decisions made by Nepal’s political leadership. Several key officials, including Nepal's Chief Advisor Bishnu Prasad Rimal and China's Ambassador to Nepal Chen Song, were present at the meeting.
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Fresh snowfall in higher reaches of Kashmir
Srinagar (PTI): Few areas in the higher reaches of Kashmir, including the Gulmarg tourist resort, received fresh snowfall, while the plains were lashed by rains on Sunday, officials said.
The upper reaches of Gulmarg, including Apharwat and Kongdoori bowls, received snowfall, which continued till last reports came in.Pir Ki Gali, along the Mughal Road in Shopian district of south Kashmir, and Sonamarg Zojilla axis also received fresh snowfall.
The snowfall on the Zojilla Pass forced the closure of the Srinagar-Leh national highway, the officials added.
The plains of the valley, including Srinagar, were lashed by rains which were going on till last reports, the officials said.
The wet weather has brought down the day temperature across the valley.
The Meteorological Department has forecast erratic weather till March 20.
It said intermittent light to moderate rain, or snow in the higher reaches was likely till Monday morning.
There is a possibility of a brief spell of light rain or snow, in the higher reaches, at isolated places on Tuesday.
From March 18-20, the weather will remain generally cloudy with a possibility of intermittent light to moderate rain or snow at many places.
The MeT Office said another wet spells is likely on March 24-25, with light rain, or snow in the higher reaches, at scattered places.
It said there is a possibility of thunder or gusty winds, about 40-50 kmph, at a few places on Sunday and Monday.
