Overview

• Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian called on all sections of Nepal to properly handle domestic issues and restore social order and regional stability.
• Lin declined to comment on the resignation of K P Sharma Oli, who stepped down after mass demonstrations over corruption and a social media ban.
• The Chinese embassy in Nepal launched an emergency protection mechanism and asked Nepali authorities to ensure the safety of Chinese citizens.
• Beijing said there were no reports of casualties among Chinese nationals and advised them to limit travel and follow security guidance.
• Protests continued despite the lifting of the social media ban, with reports of 19 deaths in police action and hundreds entering the prime minister’s office.