Nepal, Sept. 29 -- The interim government led by Sushila Karki, formed at a sensitive stage of Nepal's political transition, is yet to get full shape. Though the cabinet has been expanded twice since its formation on September 12 following the Gen-Z movement, the absence of leadership in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs has become a matter of serious concern. The Prime Minister herself has been handling the ministry, but Nepal's presence on international platforms has weakened.

The 80th United Nations General Assembly is currently underway in New York, where nations are presenting their priorities, challenges, and solutions. The absence of a high-level delegation and a foreign minister from Nepal has reduced the country's impact on the gl...