Tensions flare between ruling NC and UML as NRB governor appointment stalls

A routine cabinet meeting meant to finalize the appointment of the new Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) Governor was quietly shelved on Monday, but the silence spoke volumes. Behind the delay lies a growing rift between the ruling coalition partners — the Nepali Congress (NC) and the CPN-UML — that could even threaten the very foundation of their alliance.

By KOSH RAJ KOIRALA

KATHMANDU, May 19: A routine cabinet meeting meant to finalize the appointment of the new Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) Governor was quietly shelved on Monday, but the silence spoke volumes. Behind the delay lies a growing rift between the ruling coalition partners — the Nepali Congress (NC) and the CPN-UML — that could even threaten the very foundation of their alliance.

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