Nicosia:Chief of Foreign Affairs Department of the Nepal Communist Party (UML), Pradeep Kumar Gyawali, emphasized the importance of dialogue to address global concerns during a program in Nicosia, Cyprus, celebrating the 100th anniversary of the Communist Party of Cyprus (CPEC).
According to National News Agency Nepal, Gyawali argued that rising geopolitical tensions, economic inequality, climate crisis, and the resurgence of far-right trends pose significant challenges to democracy, social justice, and international peace. He stressed the necessity of prioritizing international law over the use of force, and sovereignty over dominance, advocating for dialogue in international relations.
Gyawali highlighted that peace should be considered a fundamental right for all nations, not just the powerful ones. He criticized the current capitalist system for exacerbating inequality and called for attention to workers’ rights, social security, public education, health services, and affordable housing. He also warned against the potential negative impacts of artificial intelligence and digital technology on human welfare and democratic governance.
Furthermore, Gyawali spoke on the relevance of socialism as an alternative to combat exploitation and inequality, advocating for the wise application of Marxist principles. He also provided insights into Nepal’s political landscape through a Marxist perspective, reiterating Nepal’s commitment to foreign policy principles such as sovereign equality, non-interference, non-alignment, and mutual benefit. He concluded by stressing the importance of cooperation among international leftist forces to achieve peace, equality, and justice.