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Nepal minister refuses to pick sides betweenIndia, China: 'Can't replace father with mother'

When asked about China's increased economic presence in Nepal, foreign minister Shisir Khanal said two-thirds of Nepal's entire trade is with India.

Hindustan Times27 Aug 2026, 11:58 amUpdated 2h ago1 min readIndiaIndia

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Nepal minister refuses to pick sides between India, China: 'Can't replace father with mother'

When asked about China's increased economic presence in Nepal, foreign minister Shisir Khanal said two-thirds of Nepal's entire trade is with India.

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Source: Hindustan Times. Published 27 Aug 2026, 11:58 am.

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