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January - 3 
Nearly two months after assuming office, the government led by Prime Minister Lokendra Bahadur Chandra has, for the first time, sent a formal letter to the Maoist insurgents to hold peace talks. Speaking to media persons in Biratnagar on January 3, Minister for Physical Planning and Works, Narayan S
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Nearly two months after assuming office, the government led by Prime Minister Lokendra Bahadur Chandra has, for the first time, sent a formal letter to the Maoist insurgents to hold peace talks. Speaking to media persons in Biratnagar on January 3, Minister for Physical Planning and Works, Narayan Singh Pun, said, " A human right activist is trying to broker talks. A formal letter has been sent to the Maoists on the government’s behalf". The government had earlier dismissed the Maoist’s offer of talks expressed through newspaper statements and instead had asked them to offer direct talks.
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January - 29 
The Cabinet Secretariat said government reciprocated to '"overtures to resolve the Maoist problem through talks after both sides agreed to an immediate cease-fire."
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The Cabinet Secretariat said government reciprocated to '"overtures to resolve the Maoist problem through talks after both sides agreed to an immediate cease-fire."
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January - 29 
While former Prime Minister Girija Prasad Koirala said he was not aware if the talks were with the King or the Prime Minister, Communist Party of Nepal––Unified-Marxist-Leninist (CPN-UML) leader Madav Nepal expressed surprise.
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While former Prime Minister Girija Prasad Koirala said he was not aware if the talks were with the King or the Prime Minister, Communist Party of Nepal––Unified-Marxist-Leninist (CPN-UML) leader Madav Nepal expressed surprise.
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January - 30 
Communist Party of Nepal––Unified-Marxist-Leninist (CPN-UML) general secretary Madhav Kumar Nepal reportedly said news of talks was a positive thing, and said he the announcement of truce in a surprising manner has raised concerns.
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Communist Party of Nepal––Unified-Marxist-Leninist (CPN-UML) general secretary Madhav Kumar Nepal reportedly said news of talks was a positive thing, and said he the announcement of truce in a surprising manner has raised concerns.
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January - 30 
Political leaders in Nepal welcomed the cease-fire declared by the government and the Maoist insurgents but expressed doubts on the sincerity of the insurgents to stick to their commitments, as they jettisoned the truce and peace talks earlier in 2002. "The offer for cease-fire could be a ploy of
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Political leaders in Nepal welcomed the cease-fire declared by the government and the Maoist insurgents but expressed doubts on the sincerity of the insurgents to stick to their commitments, as they jettisoned the truce and peace talks earlier in 2002. "The offer for cease-fire could be a ploy of the Maoists to consolidate their position," former Prime Minister (PM) Sher Bahadur Deuba said, in Chitwan, on January 30. Deuba was in power when the peace talks were held in 2002. Deuba also said, "The Maoists could have opted for peace talks after seeing that the government was consolidating its position through the import of modern weapons from Belgium and America." He also expressed doubts if the government (meaning the King) and the Maoists were aligning to undermine political parties.
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January - 30 
Rastriya Prajatantara Party former President Surya Bahadur Thapa said the proposed talks should lead to a positive outcome in favour of the nation, people and democracy.
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Rastriya Prajatantara Party former President Surya Bahadur Thapa said the proposed talks should lead to a positive outcome in favour of the nation, people and democracy.
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January - 30 
Reports said India, on January 30, reacting to the cease-fire announced between the Nepalese government and the Maoist insurgents, expressed the opinion that the proposed peace process should involve political parties and should be conducted in a violence-free environment. The Indian Embassy in Kath
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Reports said India, on January 30, reacting to the cease-fire announced between the Nepalese government and the Maoist insurgents, expressed the opinion that the proposed peace process should involve political parties and should be conducted in a violence-free environment. The Indian Embassy in Kathmandu said in a press release, "We continue to regard multi-party democracy and constitutional monarchy as the two pillars for stability in Nepal. India remains committed to the strengthening of its long-standing and close friendship and good neighbourly relations with Nepal". The US, European Union and Germany, too, welcomed the announcement of cease-fire in Nepal, reports added.
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February - 14 
The Maoist insurgents have resumed taking hostages and forcibly extracting donations from individuals and institutions, the Defence Ministry said in a statement on February 14. The Ministry has reportedly asked the Maoists to stop such activities that may have a negative impact on the forthcoming pe
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The Maoist insurgents have resumed taking hostages and forcibly extracting donations from individuals and institutions, the Defence Ministry said in a statement on February 14. The Ministry has reportedly asked the Maoists to stop such activities that may have a negative impact on the forthcoming peace talks. Meanwhile, the Home Ministry, in a simultaneous announcement ordered local administration and security force personnel to take action against all extortionists. Separately, a media report said that the Government has sent a draft code of conduct for approval of the Maoists that includes banning such extortions.
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February - 16 
Meanwhile, reports said Prachanda, reacting to a Defence Ministry accusation of February 14, asked cadres on February 16 to desist from extorting funds from individuals and institutions. "We condemn and are exposing motivated propaganda and at the same time we are committed to the peace process in t
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Meanwhile, reports said Prachanda, reacting to a Defence Ministry accusation of February 14, asked cadres on February 16 to desist from extorting funds from individuals and institutions. "We condemn and are exposing motivated propaganda and at the same time we are committed to the peace process in the interest of the nation and people," Prachanda said.
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February - 17 
Media reports from Nepal said all major political parties, including the Rastriya Prajatantra Party (RPP), boycotted the all-party meeting called by Prime Minister Lokendra Bahadur Chand on February 17 to discuss the Maoist insurgency. Six political parties that had no representatives in the dissolv
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Media reports from Nepal said all major political parties, including the Rastriya Prajatantra Party (RPP), boycotted the all-party meeting called by Prime Minister Lokendra Bahadur Chand on February 17 to discuss the Maoist insurgency. Six political parties that had no representatives in the dissolved Parliament attended the meeting, reports added. Chand criticised political parties for their ‘non-cooperative attitude in resolving the insurgency. "I have been urging them from the beginning to co-operate with the government for peace… I have personally requested them to attend the meeting and make a common strategy … to deal with the Maoist problem", Chand said. Information and Communications Minister Ramesh Nath Pandey said political parties that attended the meeting promised full co-operation for the restoration of peace. Media reports, however, claimed that the meeting had no significance, as parties represented in the dissolved Parliament did not attend the meeting and those that attended were smaller parties that had no influence.
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February - 19 
Maoist insurgent leaders Krishna Bahadur Mahara and Deena Nath Sharma, on February 19, requested human rights activists Padma Ratna Tuladhar and Daman Nath Dhungana to act as facilitators in the talks with the government, reports said. Tuladhar had in the year 2001 played a similar role. The Maois
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Maoist insurgent leaders Krishna Bahadur Mahara and Deena Nath Sharma, on February 19, requested human rights activists Padma Ratna Tuladhar and Daman Nath Dhungana to act as facilitators in the talks with the government, reports said. Tuladhar had in the year 2001 played a similar role. The Maoist leaders also reportedly met with Nepal Workers and Peasants Party president Narayan Man Bijukcche and told him they were seriously committed to the success of the peace talks. Bijukcche reportedly asked the insurgent leaders to elaborate on their proposed amendments to the Constitution of Nepal.
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February - 20 
The Maoist insurgents, on February 20, apologised to parents of the two school students killed and another injured in a shooting incident, which they said was an accident, at Prabha Secondary School, Banglung, on February 18. Witnesses said the incident occurred while the insurgents were instructing
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The Maoist insurgents, on February 20, apologised to parents of the two school students killed and another injured in a shooting incident, which they said was an accident, at Prabha Secondary School, Banglung, on February 18. Witnesses said the incident occurred while the insurgents were instructing students in using guns.
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February - 23 
Nepali Congress President and former Prime Minister, Girija Prasad Koirala, on February 23 demanded restoration of the dissolved House of Representatives and formation of a constitutional government, said media reports. Sher Bahadur Deuba led government had been dissolved, on October 4, 2002 by King
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Nepali Congress President and former Prime Minister, Girija Prasad Koirala, on February 23 demanded restoration of the dissolved House of Representatives and formation of a constitutional government, said media reports. Sher Bahadur Deuba led government had been dissolved, on October 4, 2002 by King Gyanendra. He was delivering his inaugural address to the third National Convention of the Nepal Trade Union Congress in Biratnagar. He also said that the existing problems could not be addressed through the formation of an all-party government. He said, "The Nepali Congress is in support of house restoration and the formation of a constitutional government."
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February - 26 
Minister and government coordinator Narayan Singh Pun said on February 26 that peace talks with Maoist insurgents would be held in the second week of March. The dates are yet not finalised. Declaration of cease-fire by the insurgents and the government was the first phase in the peace process he sai
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Minister and government coordinator Narayan Singh Pun said on February 26 that peace talks with Maoist insurgents would be held in the second week of March. The dates are yet not finalised. Declaration of cease-fire by the insurgents and the government was the first phase in the peace process he said. The second phase is the preparation for peace talks he elaborated. Pun added, "We are entering the third phase to discuss permanent peace." Other reports said insurgents chairman ‘comrade’ Prachanda talked over the telephone with Nepali Congress president and former Premier Girija Prasad Koirala, on February 25, and sought his cooperation in resolving the insurgency problem. Koirala reportedly asked Prachanda to clarify the insurgents’ position on Constituent Assembly, multiparty democracy and monarchy.
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February - 28 
Maoist insurgents’ leader Krishna Bahadur Mahara said in an exclusive interview to a local newspaper in Nepal that the insurgents were losing confidence in the success of the peace process. Mahara said the killing of two Maoist activists in Bajhang district and the arrest of 14 more in Kanchanpur by
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Maoist insurgents’ leader Krishna Bahadur Mahara said in an exclusive interview to a local newspaper in Nepal that the insurgents were losing confidence in the success of the peace process. Mahara said the killing of two Maoist activists in Bajhang district and the arrest of 14 more in Kanchanpur by the security forces was creating doubts on the success of the peace process. "We are ready to sit for the peace talks the day the army returns to the barracks and the day the government begins to release prisoners of war," Mahara said. Constituting an all-party government and restoring Parliament would not resolve the issues raised by the Maoists. Political parties and the government should talk to the insurgents to find a new starting point and approach, Mahara said. He also reiterated that they had not entered into a secret understanding with the government. "We agreed for cease-fire after the government gave a nod to discuss our demands to call a round table conference, form an interim government to hold the elections for the Constituent Assembly," Mahara said.
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February - 28 
The Royal Nepalese Army reviewed peace and security situation in the country, a month after a cease-fire with the Maoist insurgents was declared. The army welcomed the cease-fire but asked troops to be prepared if there were violations. Reports added that the army now maintains four divisions, the t
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The Royal Nepalese Army reviewed peace and security situation in the country, a month after a cease-fire with the Maoist insurgents was declared. The army welcomed the cease-fire but asked troops to be prepared if there were violations. Reports added that the army now maintains four divisions, the two new divisions in Itahari in the east and Pokhara in the center and the two earlier divisions operating in the Valley and Nepalgunj, to meet the increased security threats.
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March - 2 
Government negotiator in the peace talks with the Maoist insurgents Minister Narayan Singh Pun said, on March 2, the first round of talks is likely to be held from March 9 to 12 in Kathmandu. "We have left it up to the Maoists to decide the date for the official talks," Pun said. He added that the t
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Government negotiator in the peace talks with the Maoist insurgents Minister Narayan Singh Pun said, on March 2, the first round of talks is likely to be held from March 9 to 12 in Kathmandu. "We have left it up to the Maoists to decide the date for the official talks," Pun said. He added that the two sides would consult political parties "to solicit their views." He said detained Maoist insurgents were safe and a plan was being drafted to set them free in phases. He informed that, "We have already forwarded [to the insurgents] a 20-point code of conduct to be abided [by] during the cease-fire" which will come into force after the insurgents respond.
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March - 3 
The United States expressed the concern that developments in Nepal could result in turning the country into a failed state, media reports from Nepal said on March 4. Deputy Assistant Secretary of State Donald Camp reportedly said in Washington that Maoist insurgents were forming linkages with frat
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The United States expressed the concern that developments in Nepal could result in turning the country into a failed state, media reports from Nepal said on March 4. Deputy Assistant Secretary of State Donald Camp reportedly said in Washington that Maoist insurgents were forming linkages with fraternal groups in the sub-continent and this "could destabilize the wider region, and Nepal could quite easily turn into a failed state, [as well as] a potential haven for terrorists". He had expressed the US’ form resolve to not let the "insurgents prevail". The continuing US economic aid to Nepal "is designed to help create a secure environment... continue … socio-economic development, as well as to stave off a Maoist victory, convince the insurgents that they cannot win militarily, and pave the way for a political settlement," Camp said. He also urged the King, the interim government and all democratic elements in the country to set aside their differences and defeat the insurgents. "It has been said that [in Nepal], Chinese and American interests are in almost perfect consonance. Our complementary policies will encourage a political settlement, assist in alleviating the root causes of the insurgency, and help bring peace to Nepal," he said.
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March - 5 
Former Premier Sher Bahadur Deuba reportedly said, "If the King (Gyanendra) and Prachanda (insurgents chairman) join hands to bring peace, our party will have no problem…"
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Former Premier Sher Bahadur Deuba reportedly said, "If the King (Gyanendra) and Prachanda (insurgents chairman) join hands to bring peace, our party will have no problem…"
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March - 7 
An unnamed senior Maoist leader was quoted as saying that the Maoists "have taken it as the government’s motive to escape from its commitment to seek solution of the problems through dialogue." Meanwhile, reports said senior Maoist leaders are seeking the support of political parties to ensure that
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An unnamed senior Maoist leader was quoted as saying that the Maoists "have taken it as the government’s motive to escape from its commitment to seek solution of the problems through dialogue." Meanwhile, reports said senior Maoist leaders are seeking the support of political parties to ensure that that government does not upset the peace process.
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March - 9 
Minister Pun announced that the boycott of political parties of the all-party meeting would not have any adverse impact on the peace process.
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Minister Pun announced that the boycott of political parties of the all-party meeting would not have any adverse impact on the peace process.
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March - 10 
The King, however, gave no categorical assurance but reiterated his commitment to multiparty democracy.
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The King, however, gave no categorical assurance but reiterated his commitment to multiparty democracy.
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March - 17 
Prime Minister Lokendra Babahdur Chand said, on March 17, that the Constitution did not have any provision for reinstating the dissolved Parliament as was being demanded by political parties. Speaking to journalists in Mahendranagar, Chand criticised political for boycotting the meetings called to d
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Prime Minister Lokendra Babahdur Chand said, on March 17, that the Constitution did not have any provision for reinstating the dissolved Parliament as was being demanded by political parties. Speaking to journalists in Mahendranagar, Chand criticised political for boycotting the meetings called to discuss the peace process and accused that those parties were, in fact, violating the Constitution. He said the peace talks would be held as soon as possible to restore permanent peace in Nepal.
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March - 19 
Col. Pun on March 19 asked a five-member Maoist team, including its chief Baburam Bhattarai, to join the delayed peace talks with firm assurances that they will not be arrested during negotiations. Reportedly, his statement was issued to assure the negotiating team of their unhindered movement under
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Col. Pun on March 19 asked a five-member Maoist team, including its chief Baburam Bhattarai, to join the delayed peace talks with firm assurances that they will not be arrested during negotiations. Reportedly, his statement was issued to assure the negotiating team of their unhindered movement under clause 16 of a code of conduct signed between the two sides on March 12.
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March - 22 
Another report said Prime Minister Lokendra Bahadur Chand informed journalists who had called on him that the government was considering granting general amnesty to detained Maoist insurgents. A decision would be announced after King Gyanendra returned from his 10-day pilgrimage to India. He also sa
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Another report said Prime Minister Lokendra Bahadur Chand informed journalists who had called on him that the government was considering granting general amnesty to detained Maoist insurgents. A decision would be announced after King Gyanendra returned from his 10-day pilgrimage to India. He also said office equipment, etc seized from journalists would be returned.
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March - 23 
Cabinet Minister and coordinator of the government team for the peace talks Narayan Singh Pun and Maoist insurgents team coordinator Krishna Bahadur Mahara, Maoist traded charges against each other, on March 23, for violating the ‘code of conduct’, causing the apprehension whether the cease-fire wou
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Cabinet Minister and coordinator of the government team for the peace talks Narayan Singh Pun and Maoist insurgents team coordinator Krishna Bahadur Mahara, Maoist traded charges against each other, on March 23, for violating the ‘code of conduct’, causing the apprehension whether the cease-fire would last. "We are getting at least 70 to 80 reports regarding the violation of cease-fire by the Maoists," Pun reportedly said on March 23, at the Human Rights Communications Academy. Mahara denied the charges and instead said the insurgents were receiving at least five to six reports on the violation of the ‘code of conduct’ by government forces. Mahara said security forces stormed the round table conference organised by the insurgents in Lalitpur, on March 22, and arrested five Maoist activists. He also said 10 more were arrested in Dhangadi, and added that the security forces pulled down ‘martyrs gates’ erected by the insurgents.
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March - 25 
Maoist insurgents chairman Pushpa Kamal Dahal ‘Prachanda’ said that a five-member negotiating team headed by parallel government chief Baburam Bhattarai will come over-ground in a "day or two". Prachanda said, "… our negotiating team will surface in the public in a day or two even though the governm
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Maoist insurgents chairman Pushpa Kamal Dahal ‘Prachanda’ said that a five-member negotiating team headed by parallel government chief Baburam Bhattarai will come over-ground in a "day or two". Prachanda said, "… our negotiating team will surface in the public in a day or two even though the government is not eager to create an atmosphere of confidence for the talks." He was speaking to the weekly Janadesh in an exclusive interview published on March 25. However, for talks to commence, he has laid two conditions. They are, commencing the process of releasing the arrested central committee members of the insurgents and lifting of fresh cases filed against the insurgents. He said," It is a fifth wonder that the government registered new cases against the leader of our negotiating team and responsible party members after the announcement of a code of conduct." Prachanda also accused the government of violating the ‘code of conduct’ that was signed on March 12 and would govern the peace process. He said the security forces were encircling the insurgents and capturing weapons, arresting cadres, conducting searches and reconnaissance and re-establishing police posts.
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March - 28 
Peace talks between the Government and the Maoist insurgents, to end the seven year–old insurgency, will commence on April 1, in the capital Kathmandu, Government chief negotiator and Minister Narayan Singh Pun said in Pokhara, on March 28.
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Peace talks between the Government and the Maoist insurgents, to end the seven year–old insurgency, will commence on April 1, in the capital Kathmandu, Government chief negotiator and Minister Narayan Singh Pun said in Pokhara, on March 28.
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March - 29 
According to media reports, all five Maoist peace negotiators, including front ranking leader Dr. Baburam Bhattarai, came over ground for the first time to address a press conference on March 29 at the Birendra International Convention Center in Kathmandu. Chief negotiator Dr. Bhattarai introduced R
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According to media reports, all five Maoist peace negotiators, including front ranking leader Dr. Baburam Bhattarai, came over ground for the first time to address a press conference on March 29 at the Birendra International Convention Center in Kathmandu. Chief negotiator Dr. Bhattarai introduced Ram Bahadur Thapa alias Badal, Krishna Bahadur Mahara, Deb Gurung and Matrika Prasad Yadav to journalists at the press conference. Bhattarai, who was underground for approximately 24 years said, "The talks should be successful. That is why we are here… We are for talks. But the government has not created an atmosphere for it". He called for the formation of a team of ‘impartial’ facilitators to offer ‘practical help’. "We have a formal democracy now. There should be real, essential multi-party democracy. The present status quo cannot remain. It has to move ahead," Bhattarai said in response to questions. "We have no plans to meet the King. If need be, we can meet the King anywhere," he added.
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March - 29 
Addressing a public meeting in Lalitpur on March 29, Chief government negotiator Col. Narayan Singh Pun said goodwill talks between the Government and Maoist insurgents will now be held on April 3. Earlier he had said talks were scheduled for April 1. However, he did not provide any reasons for the
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Addressing a public meeting in Lalitpur on March 29, Chief government negotiator Col. Narayan Singh Pun said goodwill talks between the Government and Maoist insurgents will now be held on April 3. Earlier he had said talks were scheduled for April 1. However, he did not provide any reasons for the postponement.
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March - 31 
Maoist leader and chief negotiator Baburam Bhattarai said at a public function in Kathmandu, on March 31, that fresh elections were needed to elect a new dispensation that would resolve the continuing political crisis in Nepal. Bhattarai said his party favoured multiparty democracy. "No political fo
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Maoist leader and chief negotiator Baburam Bhattarai said at a public function in Kathmandu, on March 31, that fresh elections were needed to elect a new dispensation that would resolve the continuing political crisis in Nepal. Bhattarai said his party favoured multiparty democracy. "No political force in the country can be dubbed as constitutional or unconstitutional in the present situation because there is no constitution to govern the country," Bhattarai said. Prime Minister Lokendra Bahadur Chand and Bhattarai met for the first time at the public function and shared the platform on March 31, media reports added.
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April - 2 
Peace talks between the Government and the Maoist insurgents scheduled today, April 3 have been stalled, Prime Minister Lokendra Chand said in Dhangadi, on April 2, that "The talks process will start only after the formation of an official talks monitoring team. The time has not come to form such a
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Peace talks between the Government and the Maoist insurgents scheduled today, April 3 have been stalled, Prime Minister Lokendra Chand said in Dhangadi, on April 2, that "The talks process will start only after the formation of an official talks monitoring team. The time has not come to form such a team". Maoist leader and negotiation team member Krishna Bahadur Mahara said, "… the date has not been finalized as yet because an atmosphere has not been created." The insurgents have already demanded the release of five top leaders and lifting cases filed against Maoists’ chairman ‘Prachanda’ and chief negotiator Baburam Bhattarai before talks commenced.
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April - 7 
Maoists parallel government head and chief negotiator Babruam Bhattarai said today, April 7, that they are now ready to commence talks if the Government released five senior central committee members. He said they would not insist on the withdrawal of criminal cases against senior rebels, including
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Maoists parallel government head and chief negotiator Babruam Bhattarai said today, April 7, that they are now ready to commence talks if the Government released five senior central committee members. He said they would not insist on the withdrawal of criminal cases against senior rebels, including himself, as a pre-condition for talks to begin. "The talks will begin even if the government releases five central committee members currently under detention," Bhattarai said. However, Minister and Government chief negotiator Narayan Singh Pun said, on April 6, that the Government would not release all Maoist prisoners.
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April - 8 
Maoist insurgents’ senior leader and member of the negotiating team Dev Gurung said on April 8 that the insurgents are ready to withdraw their demand for a new Constituent Assembly, if there is a widespread consensus on it, reports said. Speaking in Pokhara, Gurung said the demand would be withdr
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Maoist insurgents’ senior leader and member of the negotiating team Dev Gurung said on April 8 that the insurgents are ready to withdraw their demand for a new Constituent Assembly, if there is a widespread consensus on it, reports said. Speaking in Pokhara, Gurung said the demand would be withdrawn if the King and mainstream political parties agreed for the same. He however expressed doubts that the King and the Communist Party of Nepal––Unified-Marxist-Leninist (CPN-UML) would ever show the readiness for such a consensus.
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April - 8 
Meanwhile, insurgents parallel government head and chief negotiator Baburam Bhattarai said at a press conference in the capital Kathmandu that the insurgents would chase the rulers of the old establishment into the jungles if the talks failed. "We will force the rulers of the old establishment to th
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Meanwhile, insurgents parallel government head and chief negotiator Baburam Bhattarai said at a press conference in the capital Kathmandu that the insurgents would chase the rulers of the old establishment into the jungles if the talks failed. "We will force the rulers of the old establishment to the jungle and take control of the state affairs," Bhattarai said.
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April - 11 
Minister and Government chief negotiator for the proposed peace talks with the Maoist insurgents Narayan Singh Pun reportedly gave a surprise, on April 11, when he said he was unaware about the latest developments in the talks, while speaking in Lalitpur. He said, "I am not aware about the latest de
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Minister and Government chief negotiator for the proposed peace talks with the Maoist insurgents Narayan Singh Pun reportedly gave a surprise, on April 11, when he said he was unaware about the latest developments in the talks, while speaking in Lalitpur. He said, "I am not aware about the latest development, it is the government's responsibility to expedite the talks."
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April - 13 
The Government and the Maoist insurgents attended ‘goodwill talks’ on April 13, hours after two central committee members of the insurgents, Krishna Dhoj Khadka and Rekha Sharma, were released from prison. Led by insurgents’ parallel government head Baburam Bhattarai, the insurgents’ five-member neg
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The Government and the Maoist insurgents attended ‘goodwill talks’ on April 13, hours after two central committee members of the insurgents, Krishna Dhoj Khadka and Rekha Sharma, were released from prison. Led by insurgents’ parallel government head Baburam Bhattarai, the insurgents’ five-member negotiating team met with Government chief negotiator Narayan Singh Pun. Without naming anyone in particular, Pun said some people attempted to stall the peace talks and added that the Maoists are "positive on the talks". Meanwhile, the Royal Nepal Army said in a press release on April 13 that it hoped that the release of the two rebel leaders would have "a positive impact on the peace process".
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April - 13 
The Government would announce within a wee a full-fledged negotiating team to pursue peace talks with Maoist insurgents, Government spokesperson Ramesh Nath Pandey said on April 13. He was speaking to the media after the conclusion of an all-party meeting convened by Prime Minister Lokendra Bahadur
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The Government would announce within a wee a full-fledged negotiating team to pursue peace talks with Maoist insurgents, Government spokesperson Ramesh Nath Pandey said on April 13. He was speaking to the media after the conclusion of an all-party meeting convened by Prime Minister Lokendra Bahadur Chand, but boycotted by all the four mail opposition parties in the now dissolved Parliament. The Government would also form a committee under the chairmanship of Chand to oversee the peace talks, Pandey said. Representatives of political parties are likely to be appointed to the committee.
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April - 17 
Maoist insurgents’ leader and a member of the negotiation team in the peace talks with the Government Krishna Bahadur Mahara said, on April 17, the insurgents wish to conclude the peace talks by mid-June, rather than protracting them, in order to avoid the prevailing state of confusion. He said the
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Maoist insurgents’ leader and a member of the negotiation team in the peace talks with the Government Krishna Bahadur Mahara said, on April 17, the insurgents wish to conclude the peace talks by mid-June, rather than protracting them, in order to avoid the prevailing state of confusion. He said the inordinate delay in announcing the Government team for the talks gave the impression that the Government would take two to three years to conclude them and arrive at a solution to the insurgency problem. "We are strictly against protracting the cease-fire, instead we wish to hold talks immediately and find a way out of the political crisis plaguing the country," Mahara said, while speaking at the Reporters' Club in Kathmandu. He also warned that the insurgents would return to the forests and re-launch the people’s war if the Government delayed the peace talks.
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April - 17 
On April 17, the Government has announced a six-member team for peace negotiations with the Maoist insurgents. Talks would be held in three days, Deputy Prime Minister and Home Minister Badri Prasad Mandal said in Biratnagar, on April. 17. Also, latest reports indicate that Mandal has been named gov
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On April 17, the Government has announced a six-member team for peace negotiations with the Maoist insurgents. Talks would be held in three days, Deputy Prime Minister and Home Minister Badri Prasad Mandal said in Biratnagar, on April. 17. Also, latest reports indicate that Mandal has been named government chief negotiator. When last known, Narayan Singh Pun was perceived to be the chief negotiator.
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April - 18 
Deputy Prime Minister and chief government negotiator in the peace talks with the Maoist insurgents Badri Prasad Mandal announced, on April 18, that the Government would form a committee to assist the negotiators and added that representatives of political parties, if interested, could join the comm
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Deputy Prime Minister and chief government negotiator in the peace talks with the Maoist insurgents Badri Prasad Mandal announced, on April 18, that the Government would form a committee to assist the negotiators and added that representatives of political parties, if interested, could join the committee. "We welcome all political parties to join the peace talks, but the general practice world over is that only the government representatives hold talks with the rebels," Mandal said in Biratnagar. He asked the political parties, intellectuals and the civil society to extend cooperation to the peace process and help find a lasting peace in the country. "We will finalise the agenda for the peace talks once we involve in preliminary parleys with the Maoists very soon," Mandal said.
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April - 18 
The first round of goodwill talks between the Government and the Maoist insurgents to end the over seven-year old insurgency would be held on April 21, government negotiating team member and Minister Narayan Singh Pun announced on April 18. The announcement was made after Pun met with Moist leader
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The first round of goodwill talks between the Government and the Maoist insurgents to end the over seven-year old insurgency would be held on April 21, government negotiating team member and Minister Narayan Singh Pun announced on April 18. The announcement was made after Pun met with Moist leaders Krishna Bahadur Mahara and Ram Bahadur Thapa ‘Badal’, on April 17. On April 18, speaking in Biratnagar, Deputy Prime Minister and chief government negotiator in the peace talks Badri Prasad Mandal said a preliminary round termed as ‘introductory programme’ would be held in the next two or three days. He further clarified that there would not be any facilitator for the peace talks. A press conference would be held after the introductory meeting between the Government and Maoist delegations.
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April - 21 
Four main Opposition parties declined to send representatives to a proposed committee, which would monitor peace negotiations with the Maoist insurgents and would be headed by Prime Minister Lokendra Bahadur Chand. "We have already declared the government illegal. There is no point in joining the co
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Four main Opposition parties declined to send representatives to a proposed committee, which would monitor peace negotiations with the Maoist insurgents and would be headed by Prime Minister Lokendra Bahadur Chand. "We have already declared the government illegal. There is no point in joining the committee," Nepali Congress spokesperson Arjun Narsingh said, on April 21. Meanwhile, Pradip Nepal of the Communist Party of Nepal-Unified-Marxist-Leninist (CPN-UML) said his party, too, would not send representatives to the committee. The Samyuakta Janamorcha and the Nepal Majdoor Kishan Party also declined to join the committee. Chand had written to leaders of political parties, on April 20, asking them to send their representatives.
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April - 21 
Maoist insurgents’ chairman Prachanda alleged, on April 21, in a press statement that the Government was consolidating its repressive regime, rather than working towards finding a political solution to the insurgency issue, media reports said on April 22. This, he said, "has given rise to suspicions
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Maoist insurgents’ chairman Prachanda alleged, on April 21, in a press statement that the Government was consolidating its repressive regime, rather than working towards finding a political solution to the insurgency issue, media reports said on April 22. This, he said, "has given rise to suspicions. His statement followed the sudden development in which the ‘preliminary talks’ were deferred hours before they were set to commence. Prachanda warned, "If the government is capitalizing on the cease-fire to consolidate the Royal Nepal Army, bring division among the political forces and stretch its hold on power then it would prove to be very counterproductive."
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April - 21 
Minister and government negotiating team member for the peace talks with the Maoist insurgents Narayan Singh Pun said he has completed the mandate to him by King Gyanendra. Pun said he was asked to create a favourable atmosphere that would help find a political solution to the insurgency problem. Pu
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Minister and government negotiating team member for the peace talks with the Maoist insurgents Narayan Singh Pun said he has completed the mandate to him by King Gyanendra. Pun said he was asked to create a favourable atmosphere that would help find a political solution to the insurgency problem. Pun said, "The responsibility given by the King was to talk with the Nepal Communist Party (Maoists) and create an atmosphere for a political outlet, which I have completed. He further said, "The important thing is to move the peace process forward."
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April - 21 
The first round of peace talks, termed as preliminary talks, which was to have been held today, April 21, has been postponed after a meeting, on April 20, between Government negotiating team member and Minister Narayan Singh Pun and Maoist insurgent leader and parallel government head Baburam Bhatta
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The first round of peace talks, termed as preliminary talks, which was to have been held today, April 21, has been postponed after a meeting, on April 20, between Government negotiating team member and Minister Narayan Singh Pun and Maoist insurgent leader and parallel government head Baburam Bhattarai. Another Maoist leader and talks team member Krishna Bahadur Mahara was quoted as saying on April 20 that the Government was not "putting forward any concrete agenda," and hence the insurgents sought the postponement
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April - 22 
Media reports from Nepal said Royal Nepal Army (RNA) spokesman Colonel Deepak Gurung, on April 22 asked the Maoist insurgents to immediately hand over the weapons they had looted from the security forces for permanent peace to return in the country. "The issue of getting back the weapons from the Ma
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Media reports from Nepal said Royal Nepal Army (RNA) spokesman Colonel Deepak Gurung, on April 22 asked the Maoist insurgents to immediately hand over the weapons they had looted from the security forces for permanent peace to return in the country. "The issue of getting back the weapons from the Maoists must figure prominently in the impending peace talks," Gurung said at a press conference. He informed that the Army had, thus far, recovered 15 per cent of the weapons looted by the insurgents. Replying to a specific question, Gurung said frisking Maoist leaders Baburam Bhattarai and Krishna Bahadur Mahara, while they were heading to Dhandgadi recently, was a routine job of the security forces. Besides, speaking at the same venue Brigadier General B.A. Kumar Sharma of the Human Rights Division said, "There are certain rules and procedures that have to be followed for such recruitment, we cannot recruit people into the Army without any basis."
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April - 24 
Peace talks between the Government and Maoist insurgents are to resume on April 27. Government negotiator, Minister for Physical Planning Narayan Singh Pun, informed this to media persons on April 24. Maoists had withdrawn from the ‘introductory talks’ on April 21 demanding discussions on ‘substitut
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Peace talks between the Government and Maoist insurgents are to resume on April 27. Government negotiator, Minister for Physical Planning Narayan Singh Pun, informed this to media persons on April 24. Maoists had withdrawn from the ‘introductory talks’ on April 21 demanding discussions on ‘substitutive issues’. The new date was decided following a meeting between Pun and another Government negotiator, the Communications Minister Ramesh Nath Pandey and Maoist leaders Krishna Bahadur Mahara and Ram Bahadur Thapa alias Badal.
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April - 24 
Representatives of the Government and the Maoist insurgents will informal talks beginning today, April 24. In fact, formal talks were scheduled to commence on April 20, but had been postponed as the insurgents said the Government was not coming up with a firm agenda, and hence they would not commenc
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Representatives of the Government and the Maoist insurgents will informal talks beginning today, April 24. In fact, formal talks were scheduled to commence on April 20, but had been postponed as the insurgents said the Government was not coming up with a firm agenda, and hence they would not commence the talks. At the informal talks, the two sides are expected to discuss procedures for the formal talks and formulate the code of conduct for the committee that would monitor the talks, Maoist leader and negotiating team member Krishna Bahadur Mahara said. Maoist chief negotiator and parallel government head Baburam Bhattarai has reached Kathmandu, after completing a tour, to participate in the talks. A day earlier, on April 23, Bhattarai threatened at a public meeting, in Dhangadi, to return to the jungles and re-launch the insurgency if King Gyanendra did not announce ‘a concrete agenda’, reports said. He declared, "Such kind of behavior would not help to materialise the talks," Criticizing the political parties, Bhattarai said, "The only aim of the present movement (for the restoration of the dissolved Parliament) of the political parties is to rise to power."
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April - 26 
Addressing a public meeting at Shaheed Stadium in Biratnagar, on April 26, the Maoist leader, Dr Baburam Bhattarai criticized the government of vitiating the environment before the talks have begun by conniving with the United States (US) to crush the ‘people's war’. He also warned that the entry of
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Addressing a public meeting at Shaheed Stadium in Biratnagar, on April 26, the Maoist leader, Dr Baburam Bhattarai criticized the government of vitiating the environment before the talks have begun by conniving with the United States (US) to crush the ‘people's war’. He also warned that the entry of foreign troops in Nepal, in case the talks failed, would lead the country towards blood bath. He said, "War is not over yet. We have just taken a break. If the talks failed, there would be bigger disasters than the past. We are on the winning side. However there is always risk of disasters from the defeated army."
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April - 27 
Maoist leaders resumed talks with the Government negotiators on April 27. Those who participated in the talks included, among others, Maoists leaders Baburam Bhattarai, Krishna Bahadur Mahara and Ram Bahadur Thapa, and Government negotiators, Minister for Physical Planning Narayan Singh Pun and Comm
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Maoist leaders resumed talks with the Government negotiators on April 27. Those who participated in the talks included, among others, Maoists leaders Baburam Bhattarai, Krishna Bahadur Mahara and Ram Bahadur Thapa, and Government negotiators, Minister for Physical Planning Narayan Singh Pun and Communications Minister Ramesh Nath Pandey. Maoists had withdrawn from the ‘introductory talks’ on April 21 demanding discussions on ‘substitutive issues’. The two sides also nominated two persons each to act as facilitators during the talks. While former speaker Damannath Dhungana, ex-member of parliament and human rights activist Padma Ratna Tuladhar would act as facilitators from the Maoists’ side, former minister Shailendra Kumar Upadhaya and former chief secretary Karna Dhoj Adhikari were nominated by the Government. Mahara and Pun were also nominated as spokespersons for the talks. Further, a ‘homework team’ was formed to finalise a team that would monitor the ‘code of conduct,’ already been agreed to by both the sides. This team will also decide the date and venue for the next round of talks. Later talking to the media, Maoist leader Mahara said the first round of talks were "good and fruitful. We have decided to make it a success".
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April - 29 
A report on April 29 indicated that the second round of peace talks between Government and Maoist insurgents could be held within a fortnight. Spokesman for talks from the Government side, Minister for Physical Planning Narayan Singh Pun said, "We were not surprised by the agenda presented by the re
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A report on April 29 indicated that the second round of peace talks between Government and Maoist insurgents could be held within a fortnight. Spokesman for talks from the Government side, Minister for Physical Planning Narayan Singh Pun said, "We were not surprised by the agenda presented by the rebels. That was expected." During the first round of talks the Maoists had presented a list of demands that included, information on the whereabouts of central committee member Dandapani Neupane and release of politburo and central committee members Rabindra Shrestha and Bamdeb Cheerti within 15 days. However, they did not specify if these demands were pre-conditions for the next phase of talks.
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April - 30 
Other reports said, the Russian Federation welcomed the first direct negotiations between the Government and Maoists held on April 27. A Russian Government spokesman reportedly said, on April 30, "We express the hope that all the responsible political forces of Nepal will combine efforts for attainm
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Other reports said, the Russian Federation welcomed the first direct negotiations between the Government and Maoists held on April 27. A Russian Government spokesman reportedly said, on April 30, "We express the hope that all the responsible political forces of Nepal will combine efforts for attainment of national reconciliation in the interest of strengthening democracy and for the social and economic progress of the country."
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May - 1 
Addressing a peace rally in Dang on May 1, Bhattarai said, "We will strive to integrate the people's liberation army into the Royal Nepal Army to constitute a national army. Peace will be restored if the negotiating parties agreed to keep the army under the people's control."
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Addressing a peace rally in Dang on May 1, Bhattarai said, "We will strive to integrate the people's liberation army into the Royal Nepal Army to constitute a national army. Peace will be restored if the negotiating parties agreed to keep the army under the people's control."
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May - 2 
In his address to the nation on May 2, Prime Minister Lokendra Bahadur Chand, called upon opposition parties to reach an understanding in order to create a conducive atmosphere for peace talks between the Government and Maoist insurgents. He said, "Let us reach an understanding and end the spiral of
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In his address to the nation on May 2, Prime Minister Lokendra Bahadur Chand, called upon opposition parties to reach an understanding in order to create a conducive atmosphere for peace talks between the Government and Maoist insurgents. He said, "Let us reach an understanding and end the spiral of death and destruction. My only interest is to restore the democratic process and hold early elections". He added, "Peace should be restored permanently and early election should be held. I will resign after handing power soonest to an elected body. Peace and security is the main agenda of the government, Peace process should not be derailed and nobody should be an obstacle to the process."
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May - 2 
Reacting to the inclusion of Maoists in the list of terrorist organisations by the United States, Maoist Chief Negotiator Baburam Bhattarai told media persons in Dang that Washington has "no right to interfere in the internal affairs of Nepal" and that by doing so it was "attempting to derail the pe
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Reacting to the inclusion of Maoists in the list of terrorist organisations by the United States, Maoist Chief Negotiator Baburam Bhattarai told media persons in Dang that Washington has "no right to interfere in the internal affairs of Nepal" and that by doing so it was "attempting to derail the peace process."
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May - 5 
US Ambassador Michael Malinowski, in an interview to Nepal Television on May 5, said the US government is ready to withdraw a terrorist label tagged on Maoists on April 30. He said, "We have just put the Maoists on the watch list of 38 secondary type of terrorist organizations and we really wish tha
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US Ambassador Michael Malinowski, in an interview to Nepal Television on May 5, said the US government is ready to withdraw a terrorist label tagged on Maoists on April 30. He said, "We have just put the Maoists on the watch list of 38 secondary type of terrorist organizations and we really wish that the Maoist will have their name out from the list as soon as possible… It depends on them and their future action will determine where their place shall be". Malinowski further said that the Maoists could get off the "secondary list" if they terminated violence, extortion and child abuse
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May - 6 
Chief Maoist Negotiator Baburam Bhatatrai said on May 6, "Right now, the sudden spurt in interest by foreign powers has raised suspicions that the agenda for the talks is being hijacked by foreign capitals." A report indicated that Bhatatrai was probably reacting to the inclusion of Maoist insurgent
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Chief Maoist Negotiator Baburam Bhatatrai said on May 6, "Right now, the sudden spurt in interest by foreign powers has raised suspicions that the agenda for the talks is being hijacked by foreign capitals." A report indicated that Bhatatrai was probably reacting to the inclusion of Maoist insurgents in the list of "other terrorist groups" by the US on April 30.
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May - 9 
The Nepal government, on May 9, agreed to limit the Royal Nepal Army within five kilometers of their barracks in Maoist areas and release three central level Maoist leaders. The agreement was reached during the three-hour long second round of peace talks between the two sides. Both the sides describ
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The Nepal government, on May 9, agreed to limit the Royal Nepal Army within five kilometers of their barracks in Maoist areas and release three central level Maoist leaders. The agreement was reached during the three-hour long second round of peace talks between the two sides. Both the sides described the talks as satisfactory. "As per our demands for the withdrawal of the Royal Nepalese Army from the Maoist areas, the meeting today agreed to withdraw the army to within five kilometers of their barracks," Maoist negotiator Krishna Bahadur Mahara said while addressing a joint press conference with Government negotiator Narayan Singh Pun.
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May - 12 
The chief Maoist negotiator Baburam Bhattarai, on May 12 criticised the Government for lack of seriousness in the peace talks and also warned that ‘rumours’ might disrupt the ongoing talks.
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The chief Maoist negotiator Baburam Bhattarai, on May 12 criticised the Government for lack of seriousness in the peace talks and also warned that ‘rumours’ might disrupt the ongoing talks.
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May - 14 
According to media reports, on May 14, the Royal Nepal Army (RNA) denied that they have received any order from the Government that would restrict their movement within five kilometers of their barracks in the Maoist areas. RNA spokesperson Deepak Gurung said, "… the Amy has not received any such di
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According to media reports, on May 14, the Royal Nepal Army (RNA) denied that they have received any order from the Government that would restrict their movement within five kilometers of their barracks in the Maoist areas. RNA spokesperson Deepak Gurung said, "… the Amy has not received any such directive. The old order stands. We will continue to work on the basis on old instructions."
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May - 14 
The Government’s spokesperson for peace talks and Communications Minister Ramesh Nath Pandey, while talking to a news agency reportedly said, "The idea to restrict the movement of the Royal Nepal Army to within a five kilometer perimeter is only a proposal. The minutes of the decisions taken at the
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The Government’s spokesperson for peace talks and Communications Minister Ramesh Nath Pandey, while talking to a news agency reportedly said, "The idea to restrict the movement of the Royal Nepal Army to within a five kilometer perimeter is only a proposal. The minutes of the decisions taken at the talks have yet to be signed by the convenors of both teams. The processes as per the constitution are yet to be fulfilled and it is something ahead of time." Separately, Dev Gurung, politburo member of the Communist Party of Nepal-Maoists (CPN-M) and a member of Maoists’ peace talk team has warned that the fate of the third round of talks between the Government and Maoists would depend on the former’s decision to implement this ‘decision’ as ‘agreed’ to at the second round talks held on May 9.
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May - 15 
Other reports have said that the Maoists have demanded a clarification from the government on a reported statement of the Government’s spokesperson for peace talks Ramesh Nath Pandey in which he had allegedly said that restriction on the movement of the Royal Nepal Army (RNA) in Maoist areas was onl
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Other reports have said that the Maoists have demanded a clarification from the government on a reported statement of the Government’s spokesperson for peace talks Ramesh Nath Pandey in which he had allegedly said that restriction on the movement of the Royal Nepal Army (RNA) in Maoist areas was only a ‘proposal’.
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May - 15 
The chief Maoist negotiator Baburam Bhattarai has put forth five demands from the Maoists’ side at a press conference in Anamnagar on May 15. The demands include, recall of the government negotiators who make controversial statements, release of three central committee members as agreed to in the se
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The chief Maoist negotiator Baburam Bhattarai has put forth five demands from the Maoists’ side at a press conference in Anamnagar on May 15. The demands include, recall of the government negotiators who make controversial statements, release of three central committee members as agreed to in the second round of talks on May 9, a restriction on the RNA on making statements on the cease-fire and the code of conduct, and an end to interference by external powers.
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May - 16 
A media report on May 16 has said that the Government spokesperson for the peace talks and Physical Planning Minister Narayan Singh Pun has clarified that at the second round of peace talks with the Maoist leaders on May 9, it was indeed decided to restrict the movement of the personnel of the Royal
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A media report on May 16 has said that the Government spokesperson for the peace talks and Physical Planning Minister Narayan Singh Pun has clarified that at the second round of peace talks with the Maoist leaders on May 9, it was indeed decided to restrict the movement of the personnel of the Royal Nepal Army (RNA) within five kilometers of the barracks in the Maoist areas. He was speaking to the media on May 16 in Hetauda.
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May - 19 
The European Union (EU) on May 19 extended support to the ongoing peace process between the Government and the Communist Party of Nepal (Maoist). In a statement in Kathmandu, it also said that a peaceful solution of the issue would improve future co-operation between the EU and Nepal.
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The European Union (EU) on May 19 extended support to the ongoing peace process between the Government and the Communist Party of Nepal (Maoist). In a statement in Kathmandu, it also said that a peaceful solution of the issue would improve future co-operation between the EU and Nepal.
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May - 20 
The Government spokesperson for peace talks and Physical Planning Minister, Narayan Singh Pun, has announced that the Government has agreed to accept Rolpa or Rukum as the venue of the third round of peace talks, as reportedly demanded by the Maoists. However dates for the talks has not been announc
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The Government spokesperson for peace talks and Physical Planning Minister, Narayan Singh Pun, has announced that the Government has agreed to accept Rolpa or Rukum as the venue of the third round of peace talks, as reportedly demanded by the Maoists. However dates for the talks has not been announced yet.
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May - 20 
The Resident Representative of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) in Nepal, Sukhwinder Singh, has also said in Kathmandu that the economic development could be expected only after achieving peace and stability.
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The Resident Representative of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) in Nepal, Sukhwinder Singh, has also said in Kathmandu that the economic development could be expected only after achieving peace and stability.
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May - 29 
Communications Minister and Government’s official negotiator Ramesh Nath Pandey said that the Government had not agreed to a Maoist demand during the second round of talks to limit the movement of the Royal Nepal Army (RNA) within a five-kilometer perimeter of their barracks. Prime Minister Lokendra
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Communications Minister and Government’s official negotiator Ramesh Nath Pandey said that the Government had not agreed to a Maoist demand during the second round of talks to limit the movement of the Royal Nepal Army (RNA) within a five-kilometer perimeter of their barracks. Prime Minister Lokendra Bahadur Chand also reportedly said that such a proposal had not come before the Government.
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May - 29 
In a press statement, Bhattarai accused the Government of attempting to disrupt the peace process by violating the code of conduct. He also condemned the Government action against political parties involved in the ongoing anti-monarchy agitation. He reiterated that the Government should fulfill thei
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In a press statement, Bhattarai accused the Government of attempting to disrupt the peace process by violating the code of conduct. He also condemned the Government action against political parties involved in the ongoing anti-monarchy agitation. He reiterated that the Government should fulfill their demands presented at the second round of talks, held on May 9, including the release of three central committee members.
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May - 29 
In an interview on May 29, the Communist Party of Nepal-Maoist (CPN-M) leader Baburam Bhattarai has claimed that about 80 per cent of the country is under their control and the fear of US invasion prevented them from seizing Kathmandu, the capital city. He also admitted that Maoist insurgents had ki
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In an interview on May 29, the Communist Party of Nepal-Maoist (CPN-M) leader Baburam Bhattarai has claimed that about 80 per cent of the country is under their control and the fear of US invasion prevented them from seizing Kathmandu, the capital city. He also admitted that Maoist insurgents had killed hundreds of security force personnel. He said, "It is a war. It is the law of war. We don’t like killing. We want to end it. We want real democracy in Nepal".
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May - 30 
Chand has said that any change in the Government would not adversely affect the on-going peace talks with the Maoist insurgents.
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Chand has said that any change in the Government would not adversely affect the on-going peace talks with the Maoist insurgents.
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May - 30 
Speaker of the House of Representatives, Taranath Ranabhat said that the new government should also include the Maoists.
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Speaker of the House of Representatives, Taranath Ranabhat said that the new government should also include the Maoists.
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May - 30 
The Maoist leader Krishna Bahadur Mahara has also reportedly said that the talks would not be affected as they were negotiating with the ‘representative of the King’. However, he alleged that the new political development and the exercise underway to form a new government were a dilatory tactics on
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The Maoist leader Krishna Bahadur Mahara has also reportedly said that the talks would not be affected as they were negotiating with the ‘representative of the King’. However, he alleged that the new political development and the exercise underway to form a new government were a dilatory tactics on the part of the Government. The reports have indicated that the Maoists would wait till the formation of a new Government.
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May - 31 
Bhattarai also discussed the matter with the Communist Party of Nepal-Unified Marxist Leninist (CPN-UML) General Secretary Madhav Kumar Nepal on May 31. Bhattarai is believed to have asked him not to participate in the formation of the Government. Bhattarai has also reportedly alleged that by acce
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Bhattarai also discussed the matter with the Communist Party of Nepal-Unified Marxist Leninist (CPN-UML) General Secretary Madhav Kumar Nepal on May 31. Bhattarai is believed to have asked him not to participate in the formation of the Government. Bhattarai has also reportedly alleged that by accepting Chand’s resignation and inviting the five political parties-coalition to form the Government, the King was attempting to derail the ongoing peace talks. While reiterating that the Maoists would not withdraw from the talks he demanded that agreements reached at the second round peace talks be implemented speedily. However, a member of the Maoist negotiating team, Matrika Prasad Yadav, has reportedly said that the resignation of Premier Chand would delay the peace talks.
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June - 4 
Thapa said that his Government would give top priority to resolve ‘outstanding issues’, including peace talks with the Maoist insurgents.
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Thapa said that his Government would give top priority to resolve ‘outstanding issues’, including peace talks with the Maoist insurgents.
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June - 4 
The Kathmandu-based Maoists’ contact office sources said that until the Government fulfills its demands, including release of three central committee members from the prison, the insurgents would not participate in the third round of peace talks.
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The Kathmandu-based Maoists’ contact office sources said that until the Government fulfills its demands, including release of three central committee members from the prison, the insurgents would not participate in the third round of peace talks.
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June - 5 
King Gyanendra administered the oath of office to the newly appointed Prime Minister Surya Bahadur Thapa at the Narayanhiti Royal Palace in Kathmandu on June 5. Later the PM said that his government would further the peace process with the Maoist insurgents through the representatives of Government
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King Gyanendra administered the oath of office to the newly appointed Prime Minister Surya Bahadur Thapa at the Narayanhiti Royal Palace in Kathmandu on June 5. Later the PM said that his government would further the peace process with the Maoist insurgents through the representatives of Government and political parties. Media reports have also indicated that Thapa would let the old Government’s negotiating team under former Minister and Government negotiating team member Narayan Singh Pun to carry on the peace process.
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June - 5 
Maoists rebel leader Pushpa Kamal Dahal alias Prachanda said, "the new government formed with the blessings of the Palace is no different from the Chand Government… Our attitude to the government remains the same." Prachanda has reportedly asked the new Government to implement previous agreements (c
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Maoists rebel leader Pushpa Kamal Dahal alias Prachanda said, "the new government formed with the blessings of the Palace is no different from the Chand Government… Our attitude to the government remains the same." Prachanda has reportedly asked the new Government to implement previous agreements (concluded) with the Chand Government and implement the cease-fire and the code of conduct between the two sides. He also reportedly alleged involvement of foreign hands in the change of Government.
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June - 8 
Chief Maoist negotiator Baburam Bhattarai while speaking on June 8 at a public meeting in Harmatari, Gorkha district, has reportedly alleged that the Royal Nepal Army (RNA) of spying Maoists’ activities in the rural areas. He further said that the insurgents were serious about permanent peace in the
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Chief Maoist negotiator Baburam Bhattarai while speaking on June 8 at a public meeting in Harmatari, Gorkha district, has reportedly alleged that the Royal Nepal Army (RNA) of spying Maoists’ activities in the rural areas. He further said that the insurgents were serious about permanent peace in the country and that they would not abandon the peace talks.
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June - 8 
Ram Bahadur Thapa, member of Maoist negotiating team at a press meeting on June 8 at Tansen has denied that he was the military strategist of the Maoists. He further said that the insurgents did not have any enmity with the Government forces but they were in conflict with the political structure. La
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Ram Bahadur Thapa, member of Maoist negotiating team at a press meeting on June 8 at Tansen has denied that he was the military strategist of the Maoists. He further said that the insurgents did not have any enmity with the Government forces but they were in conflict with the political structure. Lasting peace could never be achieved until the basic issues raised by them are addressed, he added.
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June - 9 
Former Minister and member of the Government peace talks team, Narayan Singh Pun, refuted the reported statement of the Maoists chief negotiator Baburam Bhattarai that Pun and another member of the Government’s negotiating team Ramesh Nath Pandey had familiarized the Maoists about the King’s views o
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Former Minister and member of the Government peace talks team, Narayan Singh Pun, refuted the reported statement of the Maoists chief negotiator Baburam Bhattarai that Pun and another member of the Government’s negotiating team Ramesh Nath Pandey had familiarized the Maoists about the King’s views on talks before the second round was held on May 9.
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June - 9 
The Communist Party of Nepal –Maoist (CPN-M) politburo member and a member of the peace talks team, Ram Bahadur Thapa alias Badal, announced at Baglung on June 9 that his party was ready to give up arms if the Government forces also disarm. He claimed that the Maoists hold the rural areas of the cou
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The Communist Party of Nepal –Maoist (CPN-M) politburo member and a member of the peace talks team, Ram Bahadur Thapa alias Badal, announced at Baglung on June 9 that his party was ready to give up arms if the Government forces also disarm. He claimed that the Maoists hold the rural areas of the country and the Government was left with no option but to consider their demands of convening a round table conference, interim Government and Constituent Assembly. Further, he alleged that removal of the old Government and appointment of the new Prime Minister was a conspiracy against the peace talks. Also, he condemned the Royal Nepal Army’s (RNA) presence in the villages.
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June - 10 
President of the Nepal Maoists Victims Association (NMVA) said at Kathmandu on June 10 that they would be forced to go underground to initiate an armed struggle if the Government and Maoists did not show concern over the peaceful solution through talks.
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President of the Nepal Maoists Victims Association (NMVA) said at Kathmandu on June 10 that they would be forced to go underground to initiate an armed struggle if the Government and Maoists did not show concern over the peaceful solution through talks.
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June - 10 
The Nepali Congress (NC) Central Working Committee member, Narhari Acharya, has ruled out their support and participation in any likely movement to be launched by the Maoists while indicating that the NC believes in a peaceful movement. However, he said that peace talks should not be disturbed becau
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The Nepali Congress (NC) Central Working Committee member, Narhari Acharya, has ruled out their support and participation in any likely movement to be launched by the Maoists while indicating that the NC believes in a peaceful movement. However, he said that peace talks should not be disturbed because of change of Government.
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June - 10 
While speaking in Baglung on June 10, Maoist leader, Ram Bahadur Thapa alias Badal reportedly said that the ‘people’s movement’ launched by five major political parties had lost its rationale as King Gyanendra had already fulfilled their major demand by transferring executive powers to the newly app
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While speaking in Baglung on June 10, Maoist leader, Ram Bahadur Thapa alias Badal reportedly said that the ‘people’s movement’ launched by five major political parties had lost its rationale as King Gyanendra had already fulfilled their major demand by transferring executive powers to the newly appointed Prime Minister Sher Bahadur Thapa. Further, he also asked the agitating political parties to participate in the peace talks and forge a broader national consensus on the issue.
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June - 12 
Chief Maoist peace negotiator Baburam Bhattarai, in a programme organized by the National People’s Movement Coordination Committee on June 12 said that the outfit would "return to the forests" if the political parties would remain indifferent towards forging unity for drafting a new Constitution. Fu
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Chief Maoist peace negotiator Baburam Bhattarai, in a programme organized by the National People’s Movement Coordination Committee on June 12 said that the outfit would "return to the forests" if the political parties would remain indifferent towards forging unity for drafting a new Constitution. Further, he alleged that the King had undermined the existing Constitution and ignored the recommendations of the political parties by appointing his "confidante" Surya Bahadur Thapa as the new Prime Minister. He added, ‘Democracy will only be successful when the political parties and Maoists unite to form a new constitution… We will not break the process of talks, but at the same time, we will not wait indefinitely for the resumption of talks’.
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June - 12 
Government spokesperson Kamal Thapa on June 12 announced that Finance Minister Prakash Chandra Lohini and Communications Minister Kamal Thapa would be the official negotiators for peace talks with Maoist insurgents that he hoped would be resumed "as soon as possible". He also said that a peace coord
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Government spokesperson Kamal Thapa on June 12 announced that Finance Minister Prakash Chandra Lohini and Communications Minister Kamal Thapa would be the official negotiators for peace talks with Maoist insurgents that he hoped would be resumed "as soon as possible". He also said that a peace coordination committee would be established at the Prime Minister’s Office to institutionalise peace and top priority would be given, among other things, to the peace talks and early elections.
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June - 12 
The Maoists’ contact office in Kathmandu on June 12 said, "we have no objections to the formation of the team if it gives continuity to the agreements arrived at the first and second round of talks with the previous government".
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The Maoists’ contact office in Kathmandu on June 12 said, "we have no objections to the formation of the team if it gives continuity to the agreements arrived at the first and second round of talks with the previous government".
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June - 13 
Mahara said that the Maoists would not sit down for the third round of talks until agreements negotiated with previous Government are implemented.
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Mahara said that the Maoists would not sit down for the third round of talks until agreements negotiated with previous Government are implemented.
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June - 14 
An unconfirmed report said that two soldiers were killed and four others were injured in an encounter allegedly with the Maoist insurgents at Kusum in Dang district on June 14. However, an Army official said, "we suspect that it was neither friendly fire between the two patrolling parties of securit
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An unconfirmed report said that two soldiers were killed and four others were injured in an encounter allegedly with the Maoist insurgents at Kusum in Dang district on June 14. However, an Army official said, "we suspect that it was neither friendly fire between the two patrolling parties of security force nor was an attack from the rebels' side".
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June - 14 
Communication Minister and Government spokesperson Kamal Thapa announced on June 14 that former Foreign Minister Shailendra Kumar Upadhaya and retired chief secretary Karna Dhoj would be the facilitators for Government in the peace talks with the Maoist insurgents. Media reports said that former Spe
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Communication Minister and Government spokesperson Kamal Thapa announced on June 14 that former Foreign Minister Shailendra Kumar Upadhaya and retired chief secretary Karna Dhoj would be the facilitators for Government in the peace talks with the Maoist insurgents. Media reports said that former Speaker of Parliament Daman Dhungana and a human rights activist Padma Tuladhar are the Maoists’ nominees for the same. Thapa reportedly said, "The team is authoritative to hold talks… we are doing our homework for the third round of peace talks and it will take some time". He added that peace talks have to be concluded before the next national elections are held.
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June - 19 
An official announcement has said that the Government has opened a peace talks coordination secretariat at the Prime Minister’s Office in Kathmandu. The secretariat started functioning on June 19.
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An official announcement has said that the Government has opened a peace talks coordination secretariat at the Prime Minister’s Office in Kathmandu. The secretariat started functioning on June 19.
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June - 22 
Maoist ‘militia-coordinator’ and a peace talk’s committee member, Ram Bahadur Thapa alias Badal on June 22 reportedly said that before the third round of peace talks, the insurgents would want to meet King Gyanendra to know his opinion on the talks and the future of Nepal. He also informed that prep
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Maoist ‘militia-coordinator’ and a peace talk’s committee member, Ram Bahadur Thapa alias Badal on June 22 reportedly said that before the third round of peace talks, the insurgents would want to meet King Gyanendra to know his opinion on the talks and the future of Nepal. He also informed that preparations were underway to ‘launch’ a common movement of Maoists and five other political parties. He also sought India and China’s help to make the peace talks successful.
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June - 23 
Government spokesperson and peace talks’ team member, Kamal Thapa, on June 23 reportedly said that the third round of peace talks with Maoist insurgents would be held very soon. He further said that the Government has completed consultations with the former Government negotiators and the current fou
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Government spokesperson and peace talks’ team member, Kamal Thapa, on June 23 reportedly said that the third round of peace talks with Maoist insurgents would be held very soon. He further said that the Government has completed consultations with the former Government negotiators and the current four peace talks facilitators. He also called the June 18 clash between the Maoists and Royal Nepal Army (RNA) at Jajarkot as ‘unfortunate’ and appealed to the Maoists not to obstruct the humanitarian work being carried out by the security forces. He added that ‘controversial’ issues, including restriction of the movement of the RNA should be resolved amicably.
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June - 24 
Speaker of the Nepali Parliament, Tara Nath Ranabhat, has said that Prime Minister Surya Bahadur Thapa should recommend to the King to either hold a fresh election or to reinstate the Parliament.
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Speaker of the Nepali Parliament, Tara Nath Ranabhat, has said that Prime Minister Surya Bahadur Thapa should recommend to the King to either hold a fresh election or to reinstate the Parliament.
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June - 25 
A Home Ministry communiqué has reiterated that forcible collection was illegal and the Maoists have been banned from collecting ‘donations’ under the code of conduct governing peace talks between the Government and insurgents.
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A Home Ministry communiqué has reiterated that forcible collection was illegal and the Maoists have been banned from collecting ‘donations’ under the code of conduct governing peace talks between the Government and insurgents.
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June - 26 
On June 26, asking the Maoists to resume peace talks, the Nepali Congress (NC) leader Narhari Acharya reportedly also urged them to submit their agenda for the same to the political parties. Further, pointing out the differences between political parties and the Maoists he said, "(while the) latter
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On June 26, asking the Maoists to resume peace talks, the Nepali Congress (NC) leader Narhari Acharya reportedly also urged them to submit their agenda for the same to the political parties. Further, pointing out the differences between political parties and the Maoists he said, "(while the) latter regard arms to be their strength while the former emphasize on peaceful movements." He also said that holding of elections was ‘impossible’ without including the Maoists in the national political mainstream. The second round of peace talks was held on May 9 in Kathmandu.
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June - 27 
Government spokesman and peace negotiator Kamal Thapa has suggested that Maoists and Government both "should try to resolve the controversial matter (of limiting the Army within five kms of their barracks in ‘Maoist areas’) taking into consideration the seriousness of the issue". He also said that t
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Government spokesman and peace negotiator Kamal Thapa has suggested that Maoists and Government both "should try to resolve the controversial matter (of limiting the Army within five kms of their barracks in ‘Maoist areas’) taking into consideration the seriousness of the issue". He also said that the differences, which surfaced after the second round of peace talks, would be discussed at the third round of negotiations, likely to be held shortly.
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June - 27 
Minister for Physical Planning Buddhi Man Tamang said that Prime Miniser Surya Bahadur Thapa on June 27 had expressed his desire that the opposition parties should play a lead role in the peace talks. The reports indicated that post of the coordinator for the Government’s peace talks team has also b
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Minister for Physical Planning Buddhi Man Tamang said that Prime Miniser Surya Bahadur Thapa on June 27 had expressed his desire that the opposition parties should play a lead role in the peace talks. The reports indicated that post of the coordinator for the Government’s peace talks team has also been kept vacant for this purpose.
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June - 27 
The Defence Ministry on June 27 said that the security forces would put a check on illegal extortion in the name of the Maoists. It added that the security forces had gathered evidence regarding extortion of Rs 10 million. Earlier on June 26 also the Ministry had termed the same illegal.
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The Defence Ministry on June 27 said that the security forces would put a check on illegal extortion in the name of the Maoists. It added that the security forces had gathered evidence regarding extortion of Rs 10 million. Earlier on June 26 also the Ministry had termed the same illegal.
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June - 27 
The Maoists’ leader Puspa Kamal Thapa Dahal alias Prachanda forwarded a 24-point demand to the five opposition political parties on June 27 and urged them to consider the same ‘seriously’. These demands were also put forth during the first round of peace talks between the Government and Maoists in K
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The Maoists’ leader Puspa Kamal Thapa Dahal alias Prachanda forwarded a 24-point demand to the five opposition political parties on June 27 and urged them to consider the same ‘seriously’. These demands were also put forth during the first round of peace talks between the Government and Maoists in Kathmandu on April 27. In these demands the Maoists have asked, inter alia, round table conference, constituent assembly, general elections within six months, return of the Army to the barracks, immediate release of Maoists prisoners from jail and constituting a commission to investigate cases of human rights violations between 1996-2003.
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June - 29 
Communist Party of Nepal–United Marxist Leninist (CPN-UML) leader K P Sharma Oli said that the King Gyanendra and Maoist insurgents could resolve the present condition in the country.
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Communist Party of Nepal–United Marxist Leninist (CPN-UML) leader K P Sharma Oli said that the King Gyanendra and Maoist insurgents could resolve the present condition in the country.
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June - 29 
Government spokesperson for peace talks Kamal Thapa during an interview on June 29 said that the government was ready to seat for third round of peace talks.
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Government spokesperson for peace talks Kamal Thapa during an interview on June 29 said that the government was ready to seat for third round of peace talks.
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June - 29 
The Maoist leader Pushpa Kamal Dahal alias Prachanda on June 29 asked the Government to come up with its agenda for the next round of peace talks. He also reportedly alleged that the internal difference within the Government and the change of Government earlier were delaying the implementation of th
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The Maoist leader Pushpa Kamal Dahal alias Prachanda on June 29 asked the Government to come up with its agenda for the next round of peace talks. He also reportedly alleged that the internal difference within the Government and the change of Government earlier were delaying the implementation of the decisions reached at the second round of talks held on May 9. Further, he criticised the Army for using US-made weapons against Nepali people and also reiterated that the insurgents were adhering to the code of conduct with "responsibility and seriousness". However, he accused the authorities of not doing the same. He also appealed to the people to stand against any ‘conspiracy’ against the peace initiative and to put ‘pressure’ on the Government in this regard. He reportedly said, "It will be a great disaster and the consequences will be dangerous if the peace process is disrupted without taking on the key political issues of the country".
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June - 30 
Government spokesperson for peace talks Kamal Thapa indicated that the Government was ready for the next round of peace talks and was waiting for the Maoists’ response. He further said that the Government "(was) also looking for compromise solution regarding the contentious decisions" that were take
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Government spokesperson for peace talks Kamal Thapa indicated that the Government was ready for the next round of peace talks and was waiting for the Maoists’ response. He further said that the Government "(was) also looking for compromise solution regarding the contentious decisions" that were taken in the second round of talks held on May 9.
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June - 30 
While speaking to Nepal Television, Maoist negotiator and spokesperson for peace talks, Krishna Bahadur Mahara, on June 30 said that restriction on Army movement would not impede the peace talks. He reportedly said, "the controversial issue of restricting the movement of the Royal Nepal Army within
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While speaking to Nepal Television, Maoist negotiator and spokesperson for peace talks, Krishna Bahadur Mahara, on June 30 said that restriction on Army movement would not impede the peace talks. He reportedly said, "the controversial issue of restricting the movement of the Royal Nepal Army within five kilometers radius of their barracks was not an obstacle to begin the third round of peace talks and that could be discussed through talks". He also asked the Government to implement ‘non-controversial’ issues, including the release of detained Maoist central committee members, appointing monitory committee as already agreed to in the previous round of talks and a check on search operations being carried out by the security forces.
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July - 13 
Other reports said that the Maoist leader Baburam Bhattarai had said that interim government under the Maoist leadership would be the prime agenda in the talks. Also, Maoists’ ‘supreme leader’ Prachanda said, "Maoists are for total change in the Constitution".
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Other reports said that the Maoist leader Baburam Bhattarai had said that interim government under the Maoist leadership would be the prime agenda in the talks. Also, Maoists’ ‘supreme leader’ Prachanda said, "Maoists are for total change in the Constitution".
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July - 16 
Bhutan is opposed to the involvement of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) in the repatriation process of the Bhutanese refugees living in Nepal. The UNHCR’s Country Chief Abraham Abraham stated this during an interview in Kathmandu on July 16. Earlier, a joint verification te
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Bhutan is opposed to the involvement of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) in the repatriation process of the Bhutanese refugees living in Nepal. The UNHCR’s Country Chief Abraham Abraham stated this during an interview in Kathmandu on July 16. Earlier, a joint verification team of Nepal and Bhutan had identified that only 2.4 per cent of the approximately 100,000 Bhutanese refugees are genuine.
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July - 18 
Government peace talks negotiator and spokesperson Kamal Thapa reportedly announced that Maoists’ demand for the release of their three central committee members would be met after the third round of peace talks are held.
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Government peace talks negotiator and spokesperson Kamal Thapa reportedly announced that Maoists’ demand for the release of their three central committee members would be met after the third round of peace talks are held.
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July - 20 
On July 20, the Government peace talks team member and spokesperson Kamal Thapa, expressed disbelief over the closure of Maoists’ contact office in Kathmandu. He said, "Government was shocked with the Maoists decision to close the Kathmandu contact office, but such move would not affect the peace ta
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On July 20, the Government peace talks team member and spokesperson Kamal Thapa, expressed disbelief over the closure of Maoists’ contact office in Kathmandu. He said, "Government was shocked with the Maoists decision to close the Kathmandu contact office, but such move would not affect the peace talks". He further said that the Maoists contact office secretary Dhungana’s arrest on July 16 was made in connection with the alleged instances of extortion. He also appealed to the Maoists to re-open their contact office and added that the Government was ready to address their grievances.
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July - 22 
According to a ‘Maoist Revolutionary People’s Council’ (MRPC) member Bhaktarai Kandanwa, the Maoists’ leader Prachanda wants the insurgents to adopt a ‘new’ strategy against the security forces (SFs) following the July 16 arrest of their contact office secretary Bharat Dhungana in Kathmandu. He alle
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According to a ‘Maoist Revolutionary People’s Council’ (MRPC) member Bhaktarai Kandanwa, the Maoists’ leader Prachanda wants the insurgents to adopt a ‘new’ strategy against the security forces (SFs) following the July 16 arrest of their contact office secretary Bharat Dhungana in Kathmandu. He alleged that the SFs had taken away their ‘records’ from the contact office. Meanwhile, Maoists students wing’s secretary, Himal Sharma, said on July 22 that the insurgents were ready to open their contact office in Kathmandu provided the Government would guarantee their security in a written form. He further said that a message was sent to the Government through the talks’ facilitating team member, Padma Ratna Tuladhar.
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July - 23 
Government spokesperson Kamal Thapa said that it was considering the issues raised in the Maoists’ letter seriously. While stating that it would not be possible to hold peace talks immediately, he sought the co-operation of opposition parties in resolving the problem.
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Government spokesperson Kamal Thapa said that it was considering the issues raised in the Maoists’ letter seriously. While stating that it would not be possible to hold peace talks immediately, he sought the co-operation of opposition parties in resolving the problem.
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July - 23 
In a letter sent to the Government through the peace talks facilitators, Maoist leader Baburam Bhattarai has said that the insurgents are in favour of holding direct talks with King Gyanendra. He said, "If that is not possible, the king will have to make a public statement that the Thapa government
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In a letter sent to the Government through the peace talks facilitators, Maoist leader Baburam Bhattarai has said that the insurgents are in favour of holding direct talks with King Gyanendra. He said, "If that is not possible, the king will have to make a public statement that the Thapa government (led by Prime Minister Surya Bahadur Thapa) represents him." He, however, alleged that the King’s interference, among other things, were the major obstacles in the resumption of peace process. While demanding the immediate implementation of the agreements signed during the second round of peace talks held on May 9, he warned that failing this, the insurgents would declare it a unilateral breach of the cease-fire agreement by the Government.
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July - 24 
Government peace talks team member Prakash Chandra Lohani said that the Government would forward a reply to the Maoists within three days. Further, a meeting of ‘high-level’ army officials held on July 24 also decided to ‘keep the Army more alert’.
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Government peace talks team member Prakash Chandra Lohani said that the Government would forward a reply to the Maoists within three days. Further, a meeting of ‘high-level’ army officials held on July 24 also decided to ‘keep the Army more alert’.
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July - 24 
Indian Ambassador to Nepal, Shyam Sharan on July 24 assured Nepal that the Indian Government would not allow any anti-Nepal activity on its soil. He also said that India has evidence on linkages between the Maoist insurgents of Nepal and various Indian terrorist groups and the left-wing extremist—Na
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Indian Ambassador to Nepal, Shyam Sharan on July 24 assured Nepal that the Indian Government would not allow any anti-Nepal activity on its soil. He also said that India has evidence on linkages between the Maoist insurgents of Nepal and various Indian terrorist groups and the left-wing extremist—Naxalite--groups active in various parts of Bihar, Andhra Pradesh and Orissa.
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July - 25 
Peace talks facilitator Padma Ratna Tuladhar on July 25 informed that it was difficult to contact the Maoist leaders, as they had gone underground.
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Peace talks facilitator Padma Ratna Tuladhar on July 25 informed that it was difficult to contact the Maoist leaders, as they had gone underground.
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July - 25 
The Government through a letter officially sent on July 25 to the Maoist insurgents conveyed that the third round of peace talks could be held to discuss the Maoists demands within the framework of constitutional monarchy and multiparty democracy by August 15. However, the Government remained non-co
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The Government through a letter officially sent on July 25 to the Maoist insurgents conveyed that the third round of peace talks could be held to discuss the Maoists demands within the framework of constitutional monarchy and multiparty democracy by August 15. However, the Government remained non-committal over the issue of restriction of Army within five kilometers of its barracks. The letter noted in this regard, "it is clear that limiting the responsibility and jurisdiction of the nation’s ultimate force will be against the national interest. Nothing that destroys the sovereignty and integrity of the nation will be acceptable to the government." It was also pointed out that the Maoists had not stopped indulging in abduction and extortion and they were also still running the training camps. The letter further said, "the government is committed to stop all sorts of security actions against the Maoists except those done for self defence… and we want similar commitment from the Maoist side on the issue." Criticising the Maoist demand on direct involvement of King Gyanendra in the dialogue process, the letter added that under Article 35 of the Constitution, the present Government had full executive powers. Government spokesperson Kamal Thapa had signed the letter on Government’s behalf.
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July - 27 
In a separate development, leader of the Communist Party of Nepal (United Marxist and Leninist), Madhav Kumar Nepal, said that the Maoists’, "violent activities, have not only come under criticism in Nepal, but throughout the world…" He also alleged that the Maoists are recruiting foreigners to figh
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In a separate development, leader of the Communist Party of Nepal (United Marxist and Leninist), Madhav Kumar Nepal, said that the Maoists’, "violent activities, have not only come under criticism in Nepal, but throughout the world…" He also alleged that the Maoists are recruiting foreigners to fight inside Nepal.
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July - 28 
After discussing the demands forwarded by the Maoist insurgents at an official meeting on July 28, the Finance Minister and peace talks team member, Prakash Chandra Lohani, expressed hope that peace would continue in Nepal. He also called upon the Maoists not to withdraw from the cease-fire agreemen
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After discussing the demands forwarded by the Maoist insurgents at an official meeting on July 28, the Finance Minister and peace talks team member, Prakash Chandra Lohani, expressed hope that peace would continue in Nepal. He also called upon the Maoists not to withdraw from the cease-fire agreement. He further said that the Maoists had only added the aspect of talks with King Gyanendra to their earlier demands that included restriction on Army movement and release of central committee members, among others. The Maoists reportedly have given a five-day ultimatum to the Government to meet five of their demands for the resumption of the peace process.
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July - 31 
Also, security forces’ sources on July 31 indicated that the cease-fire between the Government and Maoists remained intact even after the incidents of encounter in Sindhuli and Surket district.
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Also, security forces’ sources on July 31 indicated that the cease-fire between the Government and Maoists remained intact even after the incidents of encounter in Sindhuli and Surket district.
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July - 31 
On July 31, Maoist insurgent leader Pushpa Kamal Dahal alias Prachanda in a statement reportedly said that he had directed the Maoist negotiating team members to make preparations for the third round of peace talks. While appreciating the release of three Maoist central committee members by the Gove
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On July 31, Maoist insurgent leader Pushpa Kamal Dahal alias Prachanda in a statement reportedly said that he had directed the Maoist negotiating team members to make preparations for the third round of peace talks. While appreciating the release of three Maoist central committee members by the Government, he further said that the insurgents would discuss political issues at this round. Meanwhile, the Government spokesperson Kamal Thapa welcomed the Maoists’ stand and also said that the Government would try establishing direct contact with the Maoists to resume peace talks. Talks have been stalled since the second round was held on May 9.
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July - 31 
United Nations Secretary General Kofi Annan appreciated the insurgents and the Government for their commitment to a peaceful resolution of the conflict. He also indicated that the world body would remain available for any likely assistance sought by them.
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United Nations Secretary General Kofi Annan appreciated the insurgents and the Government for their commitment to a peaceful resolution of the conflict. He also indicated that the world body would remain available for any likely assistance sought by them.
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August - 1 
Maoist talks negotiator, Dr. Baburam Bhattarai, has urged the talks facilitator Padma Ratna Tuladhar to meet Government representatives and fix the date for the next round of peace talks. He said, "We want the talks be held at the earliest. For this, facilitators can take initiative," Earlier, the G
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Maoist talks negotiator, Dr. Baburam Bhattarai, has urged the talks facilitator Padma Ratna Tuladhar to meet Government representatives and fix the date for the next round of peace talks. He said, "We want the talks be held at the earliest. For this, facilitators can take initiative," Earlier, the Government had proposed to hold the third round of talks by mid-April. Responding to Maoist's proposal, Finance Minister and a negotiator Dr. Prakash Chandra Lohani said the government was ready to sit for talks anytime. "We don't want to delay even for a day," he said.
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August - 1 
Meanwhile, the opposition political parties have welcomed the Maoists response to the peace talks as positive and demanded a ‘fully authoritative all-party government’ to participate in the peace talks. The Nepali Congress General Secretary Sushil Koirala said that the Five agitating alliance would
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Meanwhile, the opposition political parties have welcomed the Maoists response to the peace talks as positive and demanded a ‘fully authoritative all-party government’ to participate in the peace talks. The Nepali Congress General Secretary Sushil Koirala said that the Five agitating alliance would hold formal dialogue with the Maoists very soon.
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August - 1 
Prime Minister Surya Bahadur Thapa has called for an all-party meeting to discuss Maoist proposal for inclusion of various political parties in the peace process. Further, the facilitators Padma Ratna Tuladhar and Daman Nath Dhungana on August 1 said that the political parties should not be sideline
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Prime Minister Surya Bahadur Thapa has called for an all-party meeting to discuss Maoist proposal for inclusion of various political parties in the peace process. Further, the facilitators Padma Ratna Tuladhar and Daman Nath Dhungana on August 1 said that the political parties should not be sidelined in a multiparty democratic system and also the Government cannot present political agenda in the talks without parties’ participation.
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August - 2 
Separately, the peace talks facilitator Shailendra Kumar Upadhyay said that the Government would make public its talk’s agenda by August 7. He said, "the talks most probably would resume by August 8, whether the political parties participate or not".
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Separately, the peace talks facilitator Shailendra Kumar Upadhyay said that the Government would make public its talk’s agenda by August 7. He said, "the talks most probably would resume by August 8, whether the political parties participate or not".
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August - 4 
Maoist leader Matrika Prasad Yadav announced on August 4 the dissolution of the existing five-member peace talks committee and the subsequent formation of a new two-member committee comprising Baburam Bhattarai and Krishna Bahadur Mahara. The Government has already named its two-member committee con
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Maoist leader Matrika Prasad Yadav announced on August 4 the dissolution of the existing five-member peace talks committee and the subsequent formation of a new two-member committee comprising Baburam Bhattarai and Krishna Bahadur Mahara. The Government has already named its two-member committee consisting of Prakash Chandra Lohani and Kamal Thapa. The Government had also indicated its preference for the date of the third round of talks as August 12.
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August - 5 
Government in a letter to the Supreme Court has said that it has withdrawn the red corner notice and terrorist tag against the Maoists. It further submitted that the bounty fixed for the capture of Maoist leaders also stands withdrawn. On the same day, the Patan Appellate Court also dismissed a case
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Government in a letter to the Supreme Court has said that it has withdrawn the red corner notice and terrorist tag against the Maoists. It further submitted that the bounty fixed for the capture of Maoist leaders also stands withdrawn. On the same day, the Patan Appellate Court also dismissed a case against rebel leaders Baburam Bhattarai and Agni Sapkota.
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August - 5 
In a separate development, Maoists have threatened the American agency, US Aid allegedly "for unnecessarily influencing Nepalis in the name of Christianity". On August 5, while speaking in this regard Maoist coordinator Keshav Pudasaini said, "The agency has already attracted over 5,000 Hindus of Ka
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In a separate development, Maoists have threatened the American agency, US Aid allegedly "for unnecessarily influencing Nepalis in the name of Christianity". On August 5, while speaking in this regard Maoist coordinator Keshav Pudasaini said, "The agency has already attracted over 5,000 Hindus of Kalyanpur, Kimtang, Deurali, Manakamana, Salme and other villages towards Christianity."
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August - 6 
While speaking to media persons on August 6, Government spokesperson and member of peace talks’ team, Kamal Thapa, confirmed that the third round of talks with the Maoist insurgents is likely to take place next week. However, he gave no definite date for the same. Thapa also said that prior to the f
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While speaking to media persons on August 6, Government spokesperson and member of peace talks’ team, Kamal Thapa, confirmed that the third round of talks with the Maoist insurgents is likely to take place next week. However, he gave no definite date for the same. Thapa also said that prior to the formal talks the two sides would also hold an informal meeting at which the agenda for the next round of talks would be discussed.
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August - 8 
According to media reports, a Maoist insurgent leader Rabi Karki announced on August 8 that he had severed ties with the outfit [Communist Party of Nepal (Maoist)] saying that ‘high-handedness’ and 'war-lord mentality' dominates the outfit. He, however, said that he still adheres to the party's ideo
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According to media reports, a Maoist insurgent leader Rabi Karki announced on August 8 that he had severed ties with the outfit [Communist Party of Nepal (Maoist)] saying that ‘high-handedness’ and 'war-lord mentality' dominates the outfit. He, however, said that he still adheres to the party's ideology. Karki had been secretary of the Maoist Kathmandu Valley regional bureau as well as central chairman of the outfit's trade union wing. Earlier he was arrested by the security forces in November 2001 but released in April 2003 on health grounds.
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August - 10 
Quoting an unnamed Cabinet Minister, a media report indicated that the Government was ready to fulfil insurgents’ demands within the parameters of the Constitution. The Minister while speaking on August 10 reportedly said, "except compromising on sovereignty of the people, constitutional monarchy an
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Quoting an unnamed Cabinet Minister, a media report indicated that the Government was ready to fulfil insurgents’ demands within the parameters of the Constitution. The Minister while speaking on August 10 reportedly said, "except compromising on sovereignty of the people, constitutional monarchy and multi-party democracy, the government is ready and willing to execute any kind of constitutional amendment to accommodate the Maoists' demands. That's our bottom line, and except for them, the government would take up anything."
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August - 12 
At a press conference held at Sanchar Gram (communication village), Kathmandu, on August 12, Government talks negotiator Kamal Thapa informed that the third round of peace talks with the Maoist insurgents will begin on August 17 in the city of Nepalgunj. Thapa also informed that during the talks, "T
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At a press conference held at Sanchar Gram (communication village), Kathmandu, on August 12, Government talks negotiator Kamal Thapa informed that the third round of peace talks with the Maoist insurgents will begin on August 17 in the city of Nepalgunj. Thapa also informed that during the talks, "The government will present its own political agenda. Plus, it will present remarks on Maoists' political agenda proposed during the first round of peace talks." However, he gave no details of the same, but it would be "forward-looking", he added.
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August - 12 
Prime Minister Surya Bahadur Thapa has re-assured that the security forces will not try to attack or arrest the Maoist negotiating team members during the peace talks. He reportedly said, "The government is fully aware of the price that the country will have to pay if there is any deceit by any side
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Prime Minister Surya Bahadur Thapa has re-assured that the security forces will not try to attack or arrest the Maoist negotiating team members during the peace talks. He reportedly said, "The government is fully aware of the price that the country will have to pay if there is any deceit by any side in conduct of the peace process."
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August - 18 
Other reports have said that King Gyanendra reiterated that there is no alternative to the constitutional monarchy and multi party system in the country. While speaking to a Kathmandu-based journal, he said, "In any dialogue, one must be clear on its purpose. What it will give to Nepal and Nepali, s
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Other reports have said that King Gyanendra reiterated that there is no alternative to the constitutional monarchy and multi party system in the country. While speaking to a Kathmandu-based journal, he said, "In any dialogue, one must be clear on its purpose. What it will give to Nepal and Nepali, should be considered. Also, there must be a clear vision whether these things will be the medium for Nepal’s development and Nepali’s progress."
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August - 19 
Meanwhile, media reports said that the third round of peace talks held in Hapure has been postponed for a few days. Speaking to the media in Nepalgunj after his return from the fourth meeting of the third round, Government talks’ negotiator Kamal Thapa said that some time was needed to discuss the i
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Meanwhile, media reports said that the third round of peace talks held in Hapure has been postponed for a few days. Speaking to the media in Nepalgunj after his return from the fourth meeting of the third round, Government talks’ negotiator Kamal Thapa said that some time was needed to discuss the issues put forth by the Maoists. Thapa said, "The peace process has not been broken…We need some time to discuss the issues raised by the Maoists." Elaborating on the Government's differences with the Maoists, Thapa said, "We stood for constitutional amendment or rewriting the constitution, whereas they insisted for constituent assembly and new constitution."
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August - 20 
Separately, the chief Maoist negotiator Baburam Bhattarai said, "we are committed to the continuation of talks, code of conduct and its implementation." While replying to queries over talks’ postponement, he added, "The date and venue for the next talks, which is to be finalised by facilitators, wil
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Separately, the chief Maoist negotiator Baburam Bhattarai said, "we are committed to the continuation of talks, code of conduct and its implementation." While replying to queries over talks’ postponement, he added, "The date and venue for the next talks, which is to be finalised by facilitators, will be acceptable to us."
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August - 22 
On August 22, Finance Minister and convenor of the Government’s peace talks team Prakash Chandra Lohani asserted the Government’s commitment to continue peace talks with the Maoists. He also expressed the Government’s desire to adopt a flexible approach during the talks. However, he added that the M
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On August 22, Finance Minister and convenor of the Government’s peace talks team Prakash Chandra Lohani asserted the Government’s commitment to continue peace talks with the Maoists. He also expressed the Government’s desire to adopt a flexible approach during the talks. However, he added that the Maoist demand for elections to a new Constituent Assembly would be unacceptable.
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August - 24 
Maoist chief Pushpa Kamal Dahal alias Prachanda has reportedly reiterated that the Maoists would not back off from the cease-fire, even if the talks would fail. However, he added that a new Constituent Assembly would be the only solution to the present impasse
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Maoist chief Pushpa Kamal Dahal alias Prachanda has reportedly reiterated that the Maoists would not back off from the cease-fire, even if the talks would fail. However, he added that a new Constituent Assembly would be the only solution to the present impasse
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August - 24 
Meanwhile, peace talks facilitator Daman Nath Dhungana informed on August 24 that the facilitators were making their best efforts to finalise date for the fourth round of talks.
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Meanwhile, peace talks facilitator Daman Nath Dhungana informed on August 24 that the facilitators were making their best efforts to finalise date for the fourth round of talks.
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August - 24 
The chief Maoist negotiator Baburam Bhattarai in a statement on August 24 indicated that the next round of peace talks would not be held "if the government does not take initiative to go for non-conditional constituent assembly within two days." He also reportedly set August 26 as the last date for
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The chief Maoist negotiator Baburam Bhattarai in a statement on August 24 indicated that the next round of peace talks would not be held "if the government does not take initiative to go for non-conditional constituent assembly within two days." He also reportedly set August 26 as the last date for the Government to re-consider its political agenda.
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August - 26 
Meanwhile, media reports have indicated that the Maoist insurgents expressed "sorrow" on August 26 over the attack on former Prime Minister Sher Bahadur Deuba, stating that it was an ‘error’, as they mistook his convoy as a group of security forces. The Maoists' western regional in-charge Diwakar, i
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Meanwhile, media reports have indicated that the Maoist insurgents expressed "sorrow" on August 26 over the attack on former Prime Minister Sher Bahadur Deuba, stating that it was an ‘error’, as they mistook his convoy as a group of security forces. The Maoists' western regional in-charge Diwakar, in a statement released to the media said, "our party has adopted policy not to attack central level leaders of any political party and Deuba's escorting guards were mistaken for security forces."
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August - 27 
On August 27, Maoist insurgents unilaterally and "temporarily" pulled out from the seven-month old cease-fire with the Nepalese Government. Maoist chief Pushpa Kamal Dahal alias Prachanda in a statement, reportedly posted on the Maoists' web site, held the Government responsible for the decision. He
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On August 27, Maoist insurgents unilaterally and "temporarily" pulled out from the seven-month old cease-fire with the Nepalese Government. Maoist chief Pushpa Kamal Dahal alias Prachanda in a statement, reportedly posted on the Maoists' web site, held the Government responsible for the decision. He said, "The rationale for cease-fire, code of conduct and talks process is now over for the time being." Prachanda cited the killing of 17 Maoist insurgents at Ramechhap on August 17 and the Government’s alleged rigid stand on the political agenda as the main reasons for the "withdrawal" from the cease-fire. He said, "At the same time, the royal army massacred 17 non-armed cadres and two civilians in Ramechhap. In particular, the concept paper presented in the third round of peace talks by the old regime and massacre of 19 by the royal army in Ramechhap are the main reasons for the ceasefire break. It is the immoral and paradoxical attitude of the old regime to say that they are still committed for talks." In addition, the insurgents had also objected to the Government's demand for arms surrender. In this regard Prachanda said, "Their political agenda ended the rationale of peace talks on the very moment when they asked us to surrender our weapons." The statement added that they could not sit for the fourth round of talks as the "old regime" (King Gyanendra’s Government) had not conceded their demand of holding elections for a Constituent Assembly. The third round of peace talks were held on August 17 in Nepalganj.
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August - 28 
On August 28, the Government declared the Communist Party of Nepal-Maoist (CPN-M) as a terrorist group and said that organisations linked to it would also be treated in a like manner. According to an official notification, a cabinet meeting took the decision in the wake of the alleged increasing dis
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On August 28, the Government declared the Communist Party of Nepal-Maoist (CPN-M) as a terrorist group and said that organisations linked to it would also be treated in a like manner. According to an official notification, a cabinet meeting took the decision in the wake of the alleged increasing disruptive activities of the Maoists and also after considering recommendations of the Central Security Committee. Opposing this announcement, the Maoists have given a three-day general strike call starting on September 18.
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August - 29 
In a related development, the United Nations Secretary General Kofi Annan is reported to have expressed his ‘deep concern’ over the breakdown of talks between the Government and Maoists.
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In a related development, the United Nations Secretary General Kofi Annan is reported to have expressed his ‘deep concern’ over the breakdown of talks between the Government and Maoists.
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September - 19 
On September 19, Maoist chief Prachanda urged human rights organisations to probe the number of killings in the Rolpa incident and he claimed that there were seven Maoists killed and not 57 as announced by the Government.
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On September 19, Maoist chief Prachanda urged human rights organisations to probe the number of killings in the Rolpa incident and he claimed that there were seven Maoists killed and not 57 as announced by the Government.
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September - 23 
Meanwhile, reports quoting Royal Nepal Army (RNA) officials said that the Maoists had recruited and trained many cadres during the seven month long truce. The RNA officials also maintained that the Maoists have become economically stronger in the past seven months and expressed doubts that they coul
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Meanwhile, reports quoting Royal Nepal Army (RNA) officials said that the Maoists had recruited and trained many cadres during the seven month long truce. The RNA officials also maintained that the Maoists have become economically stronger in the past seven months and expressed doubts that they could use the money to buy arms from terrorist groups in neighbouring countries.
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September - 25 
Meanwhile, in a letter written to the US Ambassador to Nepal, Michael E. Malinowski, Maoist leader Baburam Bhattarai reportedly indicated that "if there is a guarantee of interim government and constituent assembly, Maoists are ready to end the "people’s war". Further he urged the US, China and Indi
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Meanwhile, in a letter written to the US Ambassador to Nepal, Michael E. Malinowski, Maoist leader Baburam Bhattarai reportedly indicated that "if there is a guarantee of interim government and constituent assembly, Maoists are ready to end the "people’s war". Further he urged the US, China and India not to interfere in the internal affairs of Nepal.
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September - 26 
In a statement released on September 26, the Maoist leader Pushpa Kamal Dahal announced a unilateral cease-fire for nine days, starting on October 2. "We have decided to adjourn all our aggressive activities for nine-days of Dashain and Tihar festival period (October 2 to 10) in response to repeated
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In a statement released on September 26, the Maoist leader Pushpa Kamal Dahal announced a unilateral cease-fire for nine days, starting on October 2. "We have decided to adjourn all our aggressive activities for nine-days of Dashain and Tihar festival period (October 2 to 10) in response to repeated calls for truce from Nepal people, civic societies, political parties and human rights organizations", said Dahal. Further he added that "we will be instantly ready for permanent ceasefire if the old regime respects the sovereignty of people in true sense."
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September - 29 
Meanwhile, former peace talks facilitator Padma Ratna Tuladhar said that "there is no prospect of immediate peace talks…" and that "talks are possible on government initiative". Further, media reports quoted Maoist leader Baburam Bhattarai as indicating that they would adopt an aggressive strategy i
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Meanwhile, former peace talks facilitator Padma Ratna Tuladhar said that "there is no prospect of immediate peace talks…" and that "talks are possible on government initiative". Further, media reports quoted Maoist leader Baburam Bhattarai as indicating that they would adopt an aggressive strategy if the Government failed to reach an understanding through dialogue.
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September - 30 
The Finance Minister Prakash Chandra Lohani in a statement said that the Government forces would not halt action against Maoists during the Dashain festival (Hindu festival) period. Further, he added that the "Government cannot shy away from its responsibility of safeguarding life and property of pe
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The Finance Minister Prakash Chandra Lohani in a statement said that the Government forces would not halt action against Maoists during the Dashain festival (Hindu festival) period. Further, he added that the "Government cannot shy away from its responsibility of safeguarding life and property of people".
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October - 12 
On October 12, Minister for Information and Communications Kamal Thapa said that "the Government has still kept the doors open for talks…" with the Maoists. However, he asked the Maoists to eschew violence first.
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On October 12, Minister for Information and Communications Kamal Thapa said that "the Government has still kept the doors open for talks…" with the Maoists. However, he asked the Maoists to eschew violence first.
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October - 17 
Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu on October 17 rejected any kind of negotiations or peace talks with the PWG. "What should we discuss with them? They don't give up arms and they don't give up violence. Peace is my priority and I am not going to compromise on that question," said Naidu.
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Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu on October 17 rejected any kind of negotiations or peace talks with the PWG. "What should we discuss with them? They don't give up arms and they don't give up violence. Peace is my priority and I am not going to compromise on that question," said Naidu.
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October - 21 
In a press release on October 21, Maoist leader Pushpa Kamal Dahal said that the "rebels from today onwards, will not attack physical infrastructure, ex-security force personnel and security men who are on leave." Further he said that a "new taxation system will be introduced for big businessmen and
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In a press release on October 21, Maoist leader Pushpa Kamal Dahal said that the "rebels from today onwards, will not attack physical infrastructure, ex-security force personnel and security men who are on leave." Further he said that a "new taxation system will be introduced for big businessmen and industrialists and international NGO’s will not be allowed to function in Nepal."
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October - 23 
The Nepal Samacharpatra in a news report on October 23 said that the "Maoists during the ceasefire period, smuggled in arms and ammunitions worth Rupees 90 million from Indian territories especially Bihar and Uttar Pradesh and other countries." Further, it reported that arms were purchased in the op
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The Nepal Samacharpatra in a news report on October 23 said that the "Maoists during the ceasefire period, smuggled in arms and ammunitions worth Rupees 90 million from Indian territories especially Bihar and Uttar Pradesh and other countries." Further, it reported that arms were purchased in the open weapons market of Lucknow in Uttar Pradesh, and passed through Muchu and Taklakot of Humla district and Baitadi district also.
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October - 26 
Maoist leader Pushpa Kamal Dahal in an interview with a local media channel apologized for the abduction of British Army officials. He said that "we will ensure that no American citizens, tourists or officials, except those who come in the battlefield with the Nepali army, would be caused any harm b
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Maoist leader Pushpa Kamal Dahal in an interview with a local media channel apologized for the abduction of British Army officials. He said that "we will ensure that no American citizens, tourists or officials, except those who come in the battlefield with the Nepali army, would be caused any harm by the Maoist militia."
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October - 31 
United States on October 31 declared the Communist Party of Nepal (Maoist) (CPN-M) to be a threat to US national security and froze its assets as part of a package of sanctions. In the declaration, US Deputy Secretary of State Richard Armitage said, "CPN-M has committed, or poses a significant threa
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United States on October 31 declared the Communist Party of Nepal (Maoist) (CPN-M) to be a threat to US national security and froze its assets as part of a package of sanctions. In the declaration, US Deputy Secretary of State Richard Armitage said, "CPN-M has committed, or poses a significant threat risk of committing, act of terrorism that threaten the security, foreign policy, or economy of the US".
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November - 4 
Prime Minister Surya Bahadur Thapa while ruling out international mediation in solving the Maoist problem said that "we are capable of dealing with the insurgency".
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Prime Minister Surya Bahadur Thapa while ruling out international mediation in solving the Maoist problem said that "we are capable of dealing with the insurgency".
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November - 13 
The Maoist leader Pushpa Kamal Dahal alias Prachanda in a statement on November 13 said that "Maoists are committed to contest in the multiparty system." However, he reiterated that they will enter the multiparty system only when they "root out feudal dictatorship and military fascism" from Nepal an
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The Maoist leader Pushpa Kamal Dahal alias Prachanda in a statement on November 13 said that "Maoists are committed to contest in the multiparty system." However, he reiterated that they will enter the multiparty system only when they "root out feudal dictatorship and military fascism" from Nepal and also alleged that the United States had conspired to make the peace talks a failure.
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November - 26 
The United States Assistant Secretary of State for South Asia, Christina Rocca has said that the US Government has decided to give Nepal another 20,000 M-16 rifles to modernize the Royal Nepal Army and for political stability and democracy.
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The United States Assistant Secretary of State for South Asia, Christina Rocca has said that the US Government has decided to give Nepal another 20,000 M-16 rifles to modernize the Royal Nepal Army and for political stability and democracy.
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November - 30 
Communist Party of Nepal (United Marxist Leninist) leader Madhav Kumar Nepal reportedly said that the Interpol’s issuance of red corner notice against Maoist leaders would not obstruct their efforts ‘to seek a political dialogue with the rebels’.
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Communist Party of Nepal (United Marxist Leninist) leader Madhav Kumar Nepal reportedly said that the Interpol’s issuance of red corner notice against Maoist leaders would not obstruct their efforts ‘to seek a political dialogue with the rebels’.
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December - 15 
The Indian Ambassador Shyam Sharan while commenting on the reported Maoist-CPN (UML) meeting in Lucknow, said that "we do not approve of Indian territory being used for such clandestine meetings and we would urge that all concerned should refrain from such activity in future… we are committed to coo
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The Indian Ambassador Shyam Sharan while commenting on the reported Maoist-CPN (UML) meeting in Lucknow, said that "we do not approve of Indian territory being used for such clandestine meetings and we would urge that all concerned should refrain from such activity in future… we are committed to cooperating closely with Nepal in meeting Maoist’s challenge".
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December - 20 
The Indian Ambassador to Nepal, Shyam Sharan, while urging for co-operation between both the countries to counter terrorism said that "Maoists are also a threat to Indian security… sharing of confidential information between the neighbouring countries is necessary to get rid of such acts." He also s
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The Indian Ambassador to Nepal, Shyam Sharan, while urging for co-operation between both the countries to counter terrorism said that "Maoists are also a threat to Indian security… sharing of confidential information between the neighbouring countries is necessary to get rid of such acts." He also said that the Nepalese Maoists had joint training camps with Indian left-wing groups like the People’s War Group (PWG) and Maoist Communist Center (MCC) in Indian Territory.
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