Kathmandu: Deputy General Secretary of the CPN UML, Pradip Gyawali, has emphasized that collaboration between the UML and Nepali Congress is crucial for achieving political stability and fostering development in the country. Speaking at the inauguration of the third national conference of the Progressive and Professional Legal Practitioners’ Organization in the federal capital, Gyawali highlighted the importance of the two-party partnership for the broader welfare of the nation, despite being competitors.
According to National News Agency Nepal, Gyawali stated that as major stakeholders of democracy, the UML and NC should engage in both competition and cooperation. He asserted that since the formation of the current government led by UML Chairman KP Sharma Oli, there has been renewed hope in the private sector, and development activities have accelerated.
Gyawali also mentioned the necessity of amending the constitution and expressed anticipation for unity among leftist parties. Meanwhile, Bijay Subba, the Chief of the election commission in UML, underscored the need to make elections competitive in line with democratic principles.
UML standing committee member Bhanubhakta Dhakal noted the constructive role party cadres could play in restoring trust in the judiciary. Furthermore, Bhojraj Acharya, Chairman of the Organization, indicated their ongoing support to the party on legal matters.