Nepal's Prime Minister Oli visits China, signs nine agreements to boost ties

Nepalese Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli visited China from December 2 to 5, 2024, marking his first official trip to Beijing instead of India. This visit included meetings with Chinese leaders and resulted in nine agreements, including a significant cooperation framework for the Belt and Road Initiative. During the visit, Oli reaffirmed Nepal's support for the One China Policy, emphasizing friendship and cooperation. The agreements aim to enhance trade, technical assistance, and infrastructure projects, despite concerns about Nepal's growing dependence on Chinese investments and potential debt issues. Oli's choice of China as his first destination reflects a shift in Nepal's foreign policy. The visit highlights the strengthening ties between Nepal and China, while raising questions about the implications for Nepal's relationship with India and the risks associated with increased reliance on Beijing.