Kathmandu, July 12-
“The king actually has pretty much disappeared from the power center, the low turn out at his Birthday celebration does tell that his popularly is also waning”.

This was disclosed by the outgoing US ambassador to Nepal, Mr. James F. Moriarty while talking to reporters.

“He is not a powerful force nor has he got the control over the Nepal Army” and added: “this was a very bold step on the part of the parliament to slash his powers last year”.

Only by addressing the issues of janajatis, dalits and Madhesis can the government create favorable atmosphere for the CA polls, Moriarty continued.

Moriarty is heading home this Friday after completion of his tenure as the Ambassador of the US to Nepal, who will be replaced by Ms. Nancy J. Powell shortly.

News Source: The Telegraph Nepal.