What are the key priorities of Nepal’s strongman?
Two weeks have passed since Balendra Shah became a powerful prime minister in Nepal’s recent political history. His rise to power follows the landslide victory of the Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) in the March 5 elections. His swearing-in marked a major generational shift in Nepal’s power politics, as the political parties and leaders who had long dominated national politics were sidelined.The new and strong government under Balen has signaled an assertive and unconventional governi
