Foreign Policy Expert Indra Adhikari Discusses Nepal's Geopolitical Sensitivity

Foreign affairs expert Indra Adhikari stated that while Nepal's rulers have historically been aware of its sensitive geographical location, some diplomatic practices reflect an 'inferiority complex.' Adhikari clarified that Nepal has never formally accepted itself as a 'buffer state,' arguing that the narrative of being 'a yam between two stones' portrays Nepal as naturally weak. She emphasized the need to transform geopolitical sensitivity into an opportunity by firmly presenting Nepal's sovereign status through balanced diplomacy.