Former PM Jhalanath Khanal Praises Chinese Communist Party's Experience for Nepal's Development

Kathmandu. Former Prime Minister and senior leader of the Communist Party of Nepal, Jhalanath Khanal, has stated that the historical experience, ideological clarity, and political discipline of the Chinese Communist Party (CPC) are exemplary for Nepal's development and prosperity. Addressing a discussion program on '105 Years of the Chinese Communist Party: Historical Experience and Nepal's Development', he mentioned that a correct ideological direction, strong discipline, and strict action against corruption are indispensable for the operation of any party and state.

Discussing the CPC, leader Khanal said that China has successfully faced the challenges of each era under the leadership of Mao Zedong, Deng Xiaoping, and Xi Jinping. He stated that China has achieved historical success because it has adopted 'Socialism with Chinese Characteristics' based on its own specificity and originality, rather than imitating foreign models. He argued that China's goal of building a prosperous and modern socialist nation by 2049 through rapid economic growth, poverty alleviation, and the development of modern infrastructure is an alternative development roadmap for the world community.

Khanal emphasized that Nepal should prepare a socio-economic roadmap based on its own geopolitical situation, historical cultural heritage, and domestic realities, rather than blindly imitating external blueprints. He stated that Nepal should learn lessons on strong political institutions, long-term stability, and institutional accountability from the success of the CPC. Describing the seven-decade-long relationship between Nepal and China as an 'incomparable model of peaceful coexistence', he mentioned that China is a reliable and trustworthy partner for Nepal. He reiterated Nepal's commitment to the 'One China Policy' and assured that Nepali land would not be used against neighboring countries.

Khanal said that projects under the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) should be accelerated to realize the vision of 'making Nepal a land-linked country from landlocked' expressed during Chinese President Xi Jinping's visit to Nepal in 2019. Pointing out the need to further strengthen the relationship between the two countries through economic partnership and political dialogue, going beyond traditional diplomacy, he emphasized the implementation of Trans-Himalayan Connectivity.