UML, NCP strike deal on 5-province power sharing

Nepal's political landscape sees a significant power-sharing agreement between the CPN-UML and the Nepal Communist Party (NCP). The two parties have struck a deal to cooperate in governing five provincial governments, a move that reshapes the political dynamics within the country.

Under the terms of the agreement, the CPN-UML will take the lead in three provinces, while the NCP will head the remaining two. This distribution of power was formalized in a written accord signed by CPN-UML Chairman KP Sharma Oli and NCP Coordinator Pushpa Kamal Dahal, also known as “Prachanda.” The specifics of the agreement, particularly concerning the allocation of ministerial positions and policy direction within these provinces, are expected to be further detailed as the parties move to implement the deal.

The pact signifies a strategic alliance aimed at consolidating political influence and ensuring stability across the provincial administrations. Both parties have expressed commitment to working collaboratively to address the governance challenges and development needs of the respective provinces. The coming days will likely see the formalization of these arrangements, including the appointment of provincial chief ministers and cabinet members, as per the agreed power-sharing formula.

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CPN-UML Chairman KP Sharma Oli and NCP Coordinator Pushpa Kamal Dahal “Prachanda” on Saturday.