Pire and Echoes, I think it's instructive for you to read some of my PUBLISHED pieces to see where I am coming from to this kura-kani. My mindset is that of a problem-solver, someone who is painfully aware that the \problem here is difficult and requires a bundle of different solutions for PEACE and DEMOCRACY in Nepal. Here's one: - http://www.nepalitimes.com/issue272/strictly_business.htm Here's another - http://www.nepalitimes.com/issue241/strictly_business.htm Here's another - http://www.nepalitimes.com/issue255/strictly_business.htm These pieces should give you a flavor of my thinking. Best wishes, and Happy New Year. oohi ashu