Diplomatic missions in Kathmandu urge all parties to exercise maximum restraint
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KATHMANDU: Seven embassies in Kathmandu have expressed concern over violence in the capital and other parts of Nepal on Monday.
In a joint statement issued on Monday evening, they said they were deeply saddened by the violence, including the tragic loss of life and injuries sustained during demonstrations.
‘We extend our sincere condolences to the families of the victims, all those affected, and wish those injured a swift and full recovery,’ the statement from the embassies of Australia, Finland, France, Japan, the Republic of Korea, the United Kingdom and the United States of America in Nepal said.
‘Our governments reaffirm their strong support for the universal rights to peaceful assembly and freedom of expression. We urge all parties to exercise maximum restraint, avoid further escalation, and ensure that these fundamental rights are protected,’ it added.
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