Nepal's Foreign Ministry Advises NRNA to Ensure Online Voting for Overseas Representatives in Upcoming General Assembly

Kathmandu. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has given its opinion that the Non-Resident Nepali Association (NRNA) should conduct its 12th General Assembly in accordance with its bylaws and ensure arrangements for online participation and voting for representatives unable to attend physically.

In a letter sent to the association, the Ministry mentioned that according to Article 14 and Article 21.10 of the Non-Resident Nepali Association's Bylaws 2003 (amended 2022), elections can be conducted either online or through physical presence. It was clarified that arrangements must be made for voting via online means for representatives who cannot be physically present.

The letter stated, "It is the opinion of this Ministry that it would be appropriate to proceed with the election process of the Non-Resident Nepali Association by ensuring that the maximum number of representatives attend physically as per the provisions of the bylaws, while ensuring participation through online means for representatives who cannot attend."

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs also mentioned that it is the responsibility of the association to ensure the participation of Non-Resident Nepalis scattered across the globe, and urged them to make the necessary technical and managerial preparations accordingly.