From a strategic point of veiw, Nepal is perfect spot to spy on both of them. Reconnaissance flights from the uncharted Mountainous region to both countries. Communication intercepts(thanks to the Himalayas), inteligence gathering etc etc. Cause in about 20yrs China will be a superpower, and you know USA would wanna keep tabs on whats goin on in there. Same way India will not be on the same pace(all the Id thefts, credit card frauds, etc etc that are taking place because of OUTSOURCING), but them being a nuclear power and their quarrells with the Paaki's...to be continued latr