HomeNepal's Foreign Policy
Objective
The fundamental objective of the foreign policy is to enhance the dignity of Nepal in the international arena by maintaining the sovereignty, integrity and independence of the country
Guiding Principles
The foreign policy of Nepal is guided by the abiding faith in the United Nations and policy of nonalignment. The basic principles guiding the foreign policy of the country include:
- Mutual respect for each other's territorial integrity and sovereignty;
- Non-interference in each other's internal affairs
- Respect for mutual equality
- Non-aggression and the peaceful settlement of disputes
- Cooperation for mutual benefit
Constitutional Provisions on Foreign Policy
The Directive principle and the State Policy of the Constitution of Nepal (1990) identify the cardinal principles, parameters, and general directions of Nepal's foreign policy. They are:
Directive Principle
Policy- The state, in its international relations shall be guided by the objective of enhancing the dignity of the nation in the international arena by maintaining the sovereignty, integrity, and independence of the country (Clause 25.5 ).
- The Foreign Policy of Nepal shall be guided by the principles of the United Nations Charter, the Panchahseel, International law and the value of world peace (Clause 26.15).
- The state shall pursue a policy of making continuous efforts to institutionalize peace in Nepal through international recognition by promoting co-operative and cordial relations in the economic, social and other spheres on the basis of equality with neighboring and all countries of the world (Clause 26.16).
In accordance with the overriding objective and the fundamental principles guiding the foreign policy of the country Nepal has been pursuing a policy of making continuous efforts to institutionalize peace by promoting cooperative and good relations in the economic, social and other spheres on the basis of equality with neighbouring and all other countries of the world. Being desirous of promoting cordial relations and cooperation with other countries, Nepal has established Diplomatic Relations with 118 countries in the world. It is an active member of the Non-Aligned Movement, the United Nations (see Nepal and the UN), its Specialised Agencies as well as other International Organizations, and a founding member of and active player in the South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (visit Nepal and the SAARC).