Gyanendra himself seems to have become a republican... If that's the case, let his desire be fulfilled. :D King Gyanendra hails peace accord King Gyanendra today welcomed, rather unexpectedly, the peace agreement signed between the government and the Maoists on Tuesday. "His Majesty the King is pleased that a peace agreement has been concluded in keeping with the nation's need and people's aspirations," a press statement issued by the Royal Palace Secretariat said, adding that the agreement has came as per the need of the country and aspiration of the people. Appreciating the contribution of all those involved to end bloodshed, violence and terrorism through the peace pact, the King also hoped that a prosperous and peaceful Nepal could be established with the collective effort of all the Nepalis through multiparty democracy. He also prayed for eternal peace of those who lost their lives, the statement said. The government and the Maoists started peace process with the fall of King Gyanendra’s 14-month long direct rule. The government-Maoist agreement signed on November 8 stated that a simple majority of the first meeting of the constituent assembly would decide the fate of monarchy in Nepal. The Rayamajhi commission its report has held King Gyanendra and a host of his aides and security officials responsible for widespread atrocities during the pro-democracy movement in April. The report has recommended that the government initiate action against the monarch after forming necessary laws as the existing ones do not allow action against the head of the state. nepalnews.com pb Nov 22 06 http://www.nepalnews.com/archive/2006/nov/nov22/news13.php