Who does Nepal like to sideline with India or China?

Thanks for A2A. Nepal is a landlocked nation sandwiched between two Asian giants China and India. Culturally it's a Hindu nation with a pinch of Tibetan traditions. The reason why Nepal gets so much attention is not because of it's wealth or prosperity but due to it's geographic and strategic importance. read more

Both countries have important security interests in Nepal and we are a vital buffer between the two and hence Nepal cannot side with India against China or vice versa. So the only way out for Nepal is to be neutral esp in case of war between India and China (Nepal stayed neutral in 1962 India China war) and not take any sides, call for dialogue. read more

Nepal is an independent state with a federal government at its head. Meanwhile, Tibet is classified as an autonomous region or a Chinese province. Nepal has one form of government, while Tibet has two –the Chinese government and a government in exile headed by the Dalai Lama. 4. Nepal is considered a more developed place compared to Tibet. read more

Since 1975, Sino-Nepal relations have been close and grown significantly with China being the largest source of FDI, while India still remains one of the major source of remittance to Nepal. As per the estimate of Nepalese government, there are around 1-2 million Nepalese migrant workers in India while the number of Nepalis in China is minuscule (3,500 in Mainland and 15,950 in Hong Kong) as of 2017. read more

Well, the feeling is mixed but the majority of Nepalese population would prefer to take sides with India. China - Nepal friendship is new and to completely trust Chinese. It will take some time unless they screw up this newly formed relationship. read more

Chinese interest in Nepal does not go far enough for China to be actively involved in Nepal. Nepalese should shed the delusion that the Chinese knight will rescue Nepal. And as for Indians- contrary to the declaration of the big bad Chinese dragon breathing fire from Nepal by paranoid Indians, Chinese interest in Nepal is only nominal and do not go far enough to merit alarm in Indian media and establishment. read more

It has been under the influence of India over the course of its history. The capital of Nepal is Kathmandu, and its flag is very unique – it is triangular. Nepal is considered a south Asian country. It is near India and the Himalayas. It is close to China by virtue of Tibet being part of China. read more