Shishir Khanal will be the new foreign minister
Published
Mar 27, 2026
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Shishir Khanal, the central member of the National Independent Party, who was elected by direct vote of the people from Kathmandu-6, has been assigned the responsibility of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs by the party. The party's decision to have Khanal, who is also the head of the party's international department, join the government as foreign minister has reached its final stage. Earlier, while leading the government, Khanal has already held the responsibility of Minister of Education, Science and Technology. He is scheduled to take the oath of office and secrecy today.
Considering the internal discussion within the party and the changing situation of national politics, it is understood that Khanal has been given the important responsibility of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs this time. The party is optimistic about his efficiency and the role he can play in international relations.