KATHMANDU: The United Nations Mission in Nepal has welcomed the formation

of the High-Level Political Mechanism and

has labelled it a forum dedicated to multi-party dialogue on peace process-related

issues. It stated that the UN Security Council,

in its resolution 1879, had encouraged renewed and sustained efforts to create a unified approach among the political parties through such a mechanism.

The establishment of the HLPM comes at a time when consensus among the parties is vital for securing adherence to clear timelines for the finalisation of Nepal’s new constitution, and for the integration and rehabilitation of Maoist army personnel, both critical steps in the peace process, stated UNMIN. “We are hopeful that this forum will impart fresh impetus to the peace process,” UNMIN added.