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KP Sharma Oli become Nepal's Prime Minister for 4th time

Nepal's Prime Minister, KP Sharma Oli, has been appointed for the fourth time on July 14, 2024. He will lead a new coalition government, supported by the Nepali Congress party.

Political Transition in Nepal

  • KP Sharma Oli appointed as Nepal’s Prime Minister for the fourth time on July 14, 2024
  • Replaces former PM Pushpa Kamal Dahal 'Prachanda' who lost a vote of no confidence
  • Oli to lead a new coalition government
  • Swearing-in ceremony scheduled for July 15 at Shital Niwas, Rashtrapati Bhawan

Coalition Formation and Support

  • Oli's appointment based on Article 76(2) of the Nepalese constitution
  • New coalition supported by Nepali Congress party, led by Sher Bahadur Deuba
  • Oli submitted support letters with signatures from 165 members of the 275-member House
  • Breakdown of support:
    • 77 members from CPI-UML (Oli's party)
    • 88 members from Nepali Congress party
  • Smaller parties likely to join the government:
    • Rastriya Prajatantra Party
    • Janata Samajwadi Party Nepal
    • Lokatantrik Samajwadi Party
    • Janamat Party
    • Nagarik Unmukti Party

KP Sharma Oli's Political Background

  • Born on February 22, 1952
  • Chairman of Communist Party of Nepal (Unified Marxist–Leninist) (CPI-UML)
  • Previous terms as Prime Minister:
    • October 2015 to August 2016
    • February 2018 to July 2021
    • May to July 2021 (controversial appointment)
  • Known for pro-China stance
  • Took a harsh stance against India during the 2015 border blockade
  • Strengthened ties with Beijing during previous terms
  • Published an updated map claiming parts of Uttarakhand as Nepal's territory

Challenges and Future Outlook

  • Faces challenge of providing political stability to Nepal
  • Country has seen 13 governments since the abolition of monarchy in 2008
  • Seven-point agreement signed with Nepali Congress for power-sharing
    • Oli to lead government for the next 18 months
  • Must secure vote of confidence within 30 days, requiring minimum 138 votes
  • Needs to address:
    • Political instability
    • Economic challenges
    • Balancing relations with India and China

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