Is there a chance for peace in Nepal?
Nepal is a major area of commerce and culture. It is one of the emerging superpowers. The only thing keeping them from soaring over the Big White Mountains is their own hubris. And Commies. Wait, what? You have no idea what is going on in Sherpaville?
This is from the AU Free Trade Commission; their assessment of the political climate:
Nepal is undergoing a political transition following its 10 year civil conflict which resulted in thousands of people being killed and disappeared. In a country of 28 million people comprising more than 100 ethnic groups, the conflict revealed that the Nepali state had been associated with exclusionary political, social and economic institutions that did not reflect the country's diversity. This led to a rise in identity politics with an increasing demand for greater accommodation of diverse social, cultural, and ethnic identities and regional autonomy. One of the major milestones of the peace process was the dissolution of the former Maoist army, with the majority of cadres receiving "retirement" payments and a small number being integrated into the national army.
Kathmandu is abuzz with the possibilities that, after decades of strive and conflict, a coalition government has been formed as a result of last month's election on the subject.
A pretty flag o freedom to moisten this dry post
With the Liberal party whupping the Maoists in the election, the people of the High Altitudes have spoken, and demanded stability.
However...ego!That damn ego keeps things from peacefully progressing, does it not *shakes fist*
With Democracy, they got nothing. No clear majority. Just a loud small conservative few who sable rattle to the Lil Red Book, and generally intend to makes life shitty for the average human because they can't have MaoLand. (apologies if that slang offends commie readers; not the intent)
A spiffy timeline was laid out by the BBC, so instead of researching, I'll assume the BBC is 'acceptable enough' for this community of avid readers of Nepalese politics, like me.
As quoted from some pertinent people to the subject to add the appearance of research depth, I give you this:
“People have again given a fractured mandate,” says political analyst C. K. Lal. “The top three parties are the same. Only their ranking is different.”
Shocked by the poor results, the Maoists have announced an assembly boycott, alleging that the vote was rigged and calling for an independent committee to investigate election irregularities.
“But this just seems to be a natural reaction of a party that is still struggling to digest defeat,” said Narayan Wagle, former editor-in-chief of Nagarik, a daily newspaper. “The main problem is that political parties will again have to cooperate to form a new government and also to draw up a new constitution. Our coalition culture is very poor.”
And here is the link to that statement to verify its accuracy, as required.
Apparently, the Maoists have been 'insulted' by their mere 80 seats in the assembly, and the fear is that in their tantrum, no peace will emerge.
According to spiffy timeline, there was in 2006 a peace signed, the Maoists rebels disarmed (under U.N. oversight). They then compete in national elections. Shockingly, the Maoists 2 yrs later damn near swept elections. This led to the abolition of the 200 plus-year-old kingship.
The Maoists initially took power in the world's newest republic, in the high-altitude shadow of Mount Everest. Eight months later the Maoists abruptly quit in a dispute over a decision to fire the army chief. Ego!
Plot twist: Rastriya Prajatantra Party-Nepal, that finished fourth with 23 seats in the assembly was the surprise winner with 40 seats up from a few. Go Team Hindi!
Sometimes I wonder about aggressive people similar to the Nepalese Maoists who always seem to have their finger on a trigger because they only want it their way. No room for compromise, no room for tolerance formatting errors or other's silly ideas. My opinion?I think it is just ego, which is sad considering how many casualties through the century the Nepalese ego has stirred the strife and chaos. Nothing is healed while there is division.
The irony is strong in this tee shirt Maoist protester.
So I guess the Maoists, who have already compromise to hell and back (see spiffy timeline) now have two choices, acquiesce and be assimilated into irrelevancy (bend over and take it) or to continue to demand that their position be respected, no matter how crazy others think it is, and continue the chaos?
Tough call. What do you think Nepal can do to help the bruised egos of the Maoists, save face, and move forward in some lurch of unity? The alternative is simply unacceptable.
This is from the AU Free Trade Commission; their assessment of the political climate:
Nepal is undergoing a political transition following its 10 year civil conflict which resulted in thousands of people being killed and disappeared. In a country of 28 million people comprising more than 100 ethnic groups, the conflict revealed that the Nepali state had been associated with exclusionary political, social and economic institutions that did not reflect the country's diversity. This led to a rise in identity politics with an increasing demand for greater accommodation of diverse social, cultural, and ethnic identities and regional autonomy. One of the major milestones of the peace process was the dissolution of the former Maoist army, with the majority of cadres receiving "retirement" payments and a small number being integrated into the national army.
Kathmandu is abuzz with the possibilities that, after decades of strive and conflict, a coalition government has been formed as a result of last month's election on the subject.
A pretty flag o freedom to moisten this dry post
With the Liberal party whupping the Maoists in the election, the people of the High Altitudes have spoken, and demanded stability.
However...ego!That damn ego keeps things from peacefully progressing, does it not *shakes fist*
With Democracy, they got nothing. No clear majority. Just a loud small conservative few who sable rattle to the Lil Red Book, and generally intend to makes life shitty for the average human because they can't have MaoLand. (apologies if that slang offends commie readers; not the intent)
A spiffy timeline was laid out by the BBC, so instead of researching, I'll assume the BBC is 'acceptable enough' for this community of avid readers of Nepalese politics, like me.
As quoted from some pertinent people to the subject to add the appearance of research depth, I give you this:
“People have again given a fractured mandate,” says political analyst C. K. Lal. “The top three parties are the same. Only their ranking is different.”
Shocked by the poor results, the Maoists have announced an assembly boycott, alleging that the vote was rigged and calling for an independent committee to investigate election irregularities.
“But this just seems to be a natural reaction of a party that is still struggling to digest defeat,” said Narayan Wagle, former editor-in-chief of Nagarik, a daily newspaper. “The main problem is that political parties will again have to cooperate to form a new government and also to draw up a new constitution. Our coalition culture is very poor.”
And here is the link to that statement to verify its accuracy, as required.
Apparently, the Maoists have been 'insulted' by their mere 80 seats in the assembly, and the fear is that in their tantrum, no peace will emerge.
According to spiffy timeline, there was in 2006 a peace signed, the Maoists rebels disarmed (under U.N. oversight). They then compete in national elections. Shockingly, the Maoists 2 yrs later damn near swept elections. This led to the abolition of the 200 plus-year-old kingship.
The Maoists initially took power in the world's newest republic, in the high-altitude shadow of Mount Everest. Eight months later the Maoists abruptly quit in a dispute over a decision to fire the army chief. Ego!
Plot twist: Rastriya Prajatantra Party-Nepal, that finished fourth with 23 seats in the assembly was the surprise winner with 40 seats up from a few. Go Team Hindi!
Sometimes I wonder about aggressive people similar to the Nepalese Maoists who always seem to have their finger on a trigger because they only want it their way. No room for compromise, no room for tolerance formatting errors or other's silly ideas. My opinion?I think it is just ego, which is sad considering how many casualties through the century the Nepalese ego has stirred the strife and chaos. Nothing is healed while there is division.
The irony is strong in this tee shirt Maoist protester.
So I guess the Maoists, who have already compromise to hell and back (see spiffy timeline) now have two choices, acquiesce and be assimilated into irrelevancy (bend over and take it) or to continue to demand that their position be respected, no matter how crazy others think it is, and continue the chaos?
Tough call. What do you think Nepal can do to help the bruised egos of the Maoists, save face, and move forward in some lurch of unity? The alternative is simply unacceptable.