EU, Switzerland, Norway concerned over delays in Nepal’s peace process

EU missions in Kathmandu (Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, UK, and the EU Delegation) including Norway and Switzerland on Thursday expressed concern for “delays in the completion of the peace process, respect for human rights and democracy in Nepal”.

In a statement today, they said, “In recent weeks we have witnessed a sharp upsurge in political debate. This activism reveals a deep desire for peace, democracy, respect for human rights and rule of law.”

The EU missions including Norway and Switzerland called on the political leaders of Nepal to listen to and act upon these concerns.

“Whether their focus is violence against women or conflict-era human rights cases, the message is clear: that crime must not be condoned; that victims must not be ignored; and that perpetrators must not be shielded from the due process of the law,” added the statement.