The United States has welcomed Nepal's decision to lift the state of emergency.
"The United States welcomes the Government of Nepal's decision to lift the State of Emergency on April 29, and its decision to release several political party leaders from house arrest," a spokesman of the US State Department said.
"However, more needs to be done. We urge the government to release all political detainees and to ensure the protection of fundamental rights in Nepal. Ultimately, Nepal needs to return to an electoral democracy," the spokesman further said, according to news posted in the US government website.
The Us has also encouraged the political parties and the Palace to move towards reconciliation. "Unity among Nepal's legitimate political forces is a necessary step for Nepal to achieve a functioning, stable democracy, and effectively address the Maoist insurgency," the statement added.
"The United States will continue to support progress in these efforts as we consult closely with other friends of Nepal," the spokesman further said. nepalnews.com dr May 04 05
Wednesday, May 04, 2005
Everest takes two more lives....
NTB press release
Mr. Michael Corey O' Brien, 39 of USA died on May 1, 2005 after falling down to the Icefall while descending from Camp I to Base Camp of Mt. Everest. According to a communiqué published by the Ministry of Culture, Tourism and Civil Aviation of Nepal on May 3, 2005, he was one of the climbers of seven-member team of 'International Everest Parivar Expedition 2005' led by Mr. Daniel Lee Mazur from USA. Earlier, Mr. Sean Egan, 53 of Canada died due to high altitude sickness while descending from base camp of Mt. Everest. He was a member of 'Mountain Madness Everest Expedition 2005', which comprised of ten climbers led by Mr. Guillermo Benegas from USA. The Ministry of Culture, Tourism & Civil Aviation and Nepal Tourism Board expresses their deep sorrow on their sad demise.
Mr. Michael Corey O' Brien, 39 of USA died on May 1, 2005 after falling down to the Icefall while descending from Camp I to Base Camp of Mt. Everest. According to a communiqué published by the Ministry of Culture, Tourism and Civil Aviation of Nepal on May 3, 2005, he was one of the climbers of seven-member team of 'International Everest Parivar Expedition 2005' led by Mr. Daniel Lee Mazur from USA. Earlier, Mr. Sean Egan, 53 of Canada died due to high altitude sickness while descending from base camp of Mt. Everest. He was a member of 'Mountain Madness Everest Expedition 2005', which comprised of ten climbers led by Mr. Guillermo Benegas from USA. The Ministry of Culture, Tourism & Civil Aviation and Nepal Tourism Board expresses their deep sorrow on their sad demise.
Sunday, May 01, 2005
Direct bus to Lhasa begins from today
NTB Newsletter
Nepal has launched its first direct bus service from Kathmandu to Tibet today so as to promote bilateral ties, including trade and tourism.
The bus service was inaugurated by Hon'ble Minister of Labour and Transport Management Mr. Ram Narayan Singh amidst the function. The bus left for its 966 km long journey from the headquarters of Sajha Yatayat, Nepal's state-run transport company at 8:40 am. His Excellency Sun Heping and high officials of His Majesty's Government were also present on the occasion.
A total of 39 passengers, including nine Nepali government officials, two reporters from Xinhua and 28 others, are enjoying the first operation of the straight bus service.
The bus will meet with another straight bus plying from the opposite direction with 23 passengers from Lhasa at the Nepal-China Friendship Bridge between Tatobani and Zhangmu ports on the border, where the two sides will hold a brief celebration.
"The straight bus service is a historic event and is opening a new avenue between the two neighboring countries," Ram Narayan Singh, Minister for Labor and Transport Management, told Xinhua, Chinese news agency.
Similarly, Chinese Ambassador to Nepal Sun Heping said that the initiation of bilateral bus service would further consolidate and develop the Nepali-China cooperation in the fields of economy, tourism and culture, and strengthen traditional friendship between
the peoples of two countries.
"We will try our best at any cost to make the first operation successful," said Mukunda Raj Satyal, executive chief of Sajha Yatayat.
According to the Sino-Nepal agreement, the bus will be allowed to complete eight trips every month.
A single trip will take two days, including stay at Lazi County for one night. Passengers can carry five kilograms of personal luggage and check fifteen kilograms for free.
The one-way fare for the two-day trans-Himalayan journey is 70 US dollars.
Sajha Yatayat is the sole operator of this service from Nepal side where as the Himalaya Passenger Transport Co., Ltd., is the exclusive Chinese operator of the bus line.
Each bus will be staffed with two drivers and one conductor. The latter can speak Mandarin, Tibetan, Nepalese and English.
In addition, the buses are also equipped with first-aid kits and drinking fountains and provide souvenirs to passengers.
Currently, Lhasa is linked by direct flights from Kathmandu. However, due to inclement weather in winter, the flights remain suspended during the period.
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Was on the Bhote Koshi on route of the bus and I saw the entourage...quite impressive I must say.
YETI
Nepal has launched its first direct bus service from Kathmandu to Tibet today so as to promote bilateral ties, including trade and tourism.
The bus service was inaugurated by Hon'ble Minister of Labour and Transport Management Mr. Ram Narayan Singh amidst the function. The bus left for its 966 km long journey from the headquarters of Sajha Yatayat, Nepal's state-run transport company at 8:40 am. His Excellency Sun Heping and high officials of His Majesty's Government were also present on the occasion.
A total of 39 passengers, including nine Nepali government officials, two reporters from Xinhua and 28 others, are enjoying the first operation of the straight bus service.
The bus will meet with another straight bus plying from the opposite direction with 23 passengers from Lhasa at the Nepal-China Friendship Bridge between Tatobani and Zhangmu ports on the border, where the two sides will hold a brief celebration.
"The straight bus service is a historic event and is opening a new avenue between the two neighboring countries," Ram Narayan Singh, Minister for Labor and Transport Management, told Xinhua, Chinese news agency.
Similarly, Chinese Ambassador to Nepal Sun Heping said that the initiation of bilateral bus service would further consolidate and develop the Nepali-China cooperation in the fields of economy, tourism and culture, and strengthen traditional friendship between
the peoples of two countries.
"We will try our best at any cost to make the first operation successful," said Mukunda Raj Satyal, executive chief of Sajha Yatayat.
According to the Sino-Nepal agreement, the bus will be allowed to complete eight trips every month.
A single trip will take two days, including stay at Lazi County for one night. Passengers can carry five kilograms of personal luggage and check fifteen kilograms for free.
The one-way fare for the two-day trans-Himalayan journey is 70 US dollars.
Sajha Yatayat is the sole operator of this service from Nepal side where as the Himalaya Passenger Transport Co., Ltd., is the exclusive Chinese operator of the bus line.
Each bus will be staffed with two drivers and one conductor. The latter can speak Mandarin, Tibetan, Nepalese and English.
In addition, the buses are also equipped with first-aid kits and drinking fountains and provide souvenirs to passengers.
Currently, Lhasa is linked by direct flights from Kathmandu. However, due to inclement weather in winter, the flights remain suspended during the period.
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Was on the Bhote Koshi on route of the bus and I saw the entourage...quite impressive I must say.
YETI
The State of Emergency lifted in Nepal
from the NTB newsletter
In accordance with the Article 115 (11) of the Constitution of the Kingdom of Nepal 1990, the state of emergency is lifted effective from April 29, 2005, Friday. The state of emergency throughout the Kingdom of Nepal was ordered in accordance with Article 115 (1) of the Constitution on February 1, 2005. This information was carried in a press release issued by Royal Palace Secretariat. Nepali travel trade sector welcomed the decision and believed the decision will enhance Nepali trade sector and tourism industry.
In accordance with the Article 115 (11) of the Constitution of the Kingdom of Nepal 1990, the state of emergency is lifted effective from April 29, 2005, Friday. The state of emergency throughout the Kingdom of Nepal was ordered in accordance with Article 115 (1) of the Constitution on February 1, 2005. This information was carried in a press release issued by Royal Palace Secretariat. Nepali travel trade sector welcomed the decision and believed the decision will enhance Nepali trade sector and tourism industry.
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