Can ambassador appointments be truly non-political? Debate grows over new selection system

On May 28, the government invited applications for ambassadorial appointments through an open competition process. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs issued the “ Terms of Reference: Ambassador of Nepal ” and called for applications from qualified Nepali citizens for ambassadorial posts in 13 countries, including China, the United States, and India. The application deadline has been set for June 5.

Applicants must be Nepali citizens at least 35 years of age and hold a bachelor’s degree from a recognised university.