Posted by: deletedUser** September 19, 2005
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Summary of report:
The unilateral ceasefire announced by the Maoists could lead to
resolution of Nepal's worsening civil war, but only if the international
community changes its approach, especially towards the ineffective and
divisive monarchy. In the seven months since the royal coup, there has
been a significant increase in violence. The international policy of
encouraging cooperation between the palace and the political parties is
at a dead end. However, the coup also unintentionally prompted a
tentative dialogue between the political parties and the Maoist
insurgents, which is making progress towards developing an agenda for
negotiations. There may still be a place for the monarchy in a new
Nepalese political constellation, but efforts should now be concentrated
on restoring peace and democracy, not preserving or defining the royal
role.
You can find the full report at
- http://www.crisisgroup.org/home/index.cfm?id=3664&f=1
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