Posted by: Captain Haddock November 9, 2006
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The TKP says it's a moment to cherish and be proud of:
- http://www.kantipuronline.com/kolnews.php?&nid=90917
Magnum opus
The democratic political parties and the Maoists have made all Nepalis proud by reaching the historic agreement to put an end to the 11-year old conflict. The agreement has heightened the image of Nepal and the Nepalis. It has once again proved that we are truly a peace-loving, affable people who know how to work out compromises. We have set an example in resolving conflict by fighting down an autocratic monarchy and at the same time resolving an armed insurgency that claimed over 13 thousands lives. The nation is now commending the vision of the political parties and the Maoists in entering into a 12-point agreement in November 2005, which paved the way to this historic agreement of November 2006. The democratic parties had run the risk of being outlawed by the then autocratic monarch for seeking a deal with 'terrorists'. On their part the Maoists took an unprecedented leap forward by deciding to seek their political objectives through peaceful means and in a democratic manner.
The leaders of the entire Seven-Party Alliance and the Maoists should be praised for their work. Very special commendations goes to President of the Nepali Congress Girija Prasad Koirala and Maoist Chairman Puspa Kamal Dahal aka Prachanda. At this historic juncture, we should not forget the positive and encouraging role played by our neighbor India. The United Nations and the friendly countries of Europe also deserve appreciation for quite often facilitating and lubricating the peace process. The USA played a very important role in side-lining the king, but could not muster enough confidence in the communists in the course of the peace agreement. As the USA is one of our crucial friends and a big supporter, we expect the Maoists and the US to now work together at improving mutual their relations.
The agreement is definitely a magnum opus in the annals of our country, but the challenges have not ceased. There are still many hurdles to overcome before signing the peace accord, gathering in all the arms, locking them away, and keeping Maoist combatants inside the cantonments. If the Maoists fail to meet their announced intention of cantoning 35,000 combatants, their intentions will become seriously suspect. Furthermore, the Maoists have a great challenge ahead keeping their party intact until the elections to the Constituent Assembly and beyond. Constituting an 330-member interim parliament and forming the interim government will be difficult, mainly because of the time constraints. They have agreed to form an interim parliament by November 26, and the interim government by December 1. This will call for real efficiency and hard work on the part of the democratic parties and the Maoists. We hope, the political leaders will not fail the people, fail to live up to their expectations by implementing the historic agreement effectively and amicably.