Nepal Prepares for March Elections Amid Political Change and Regional Balancing

Nepal is set to hold parliamentary elections on March 5, following youth-led protests in September 2025 that led to the resignation of Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli. The protests highlighted demands for generational change and accountability amid longstanding political instability. While new candidates promise reforms, analysts expect coalition governments to maintain Nepal's delicate diplomatic balance between India and China, with economic ties and regional stability remaining key concerns.