Finance Minister Dr. Swarnim Wagle has been appointed Acting Prime Minister following Prime Minister Balendra Shah’s departure for the United States to attend the 81st United Nations General Assembly.
Prime Minister Shah had recommended Wagle for the role of Acting Prime Minister during his absence. President Ram Chandra Paudel approved the recommendation and formally designated Wagle to carry out the responsibilities of the prime minister.
Prime Minister Shah is scheduled to leave for New York at 7 p.m. on Tuesday to participate in the UN General Assembly. He is scheduled to address the General Assembly on September 24.
Shah is expected to return to Nepal on September 26. During his absence, Wagle will oversee the government’s regular operations and handle necessary government affairs as Acting Prime Minister.
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