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Nepal's recent parliamentary elections resulted in a historic victory for Balendra Shah's centrist Rastriya Swatantra Party, driven by widespread youth protests and discontent with traditional parties. Early results show a likely majority, marking a major political shift amid ongoing tensions and calls for reform.
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Nepal held a parliamentary election on March 5, 2026, following a year of youth-led protests that resulted in the resignation of Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli. The vote aims to address political instability, corruption, and economic challenges, with young candidates promising reform. Results are pending, but the election marks a significant shift in Nepal's political landscape.
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Nepal's ongoing vote count indicates Balendra Shah, leader of the Rastriya Swatantra Party, is likely to become prime minister. The election follows protests that ousted the previous government, with results expected next week. Shah's campaign capitalized on public anger over corruption and governance issues.
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Nepal's newly formed National Independent Party (RSP) has achieved a historic electoral win, securing a majority in the House of Representatives and unseating traditional parties. Led by rapper-turned-politician Balendra Shah, the party's victory follows last year's youth-led protests against corruption and governance issues. Final results are still being tallied.
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As of March 22, 2026, Vietnam concluded its five-yearly parliamentary election with the Communist Party maintaining dominance and results expected by March 23. Thailand's Bhumjaithai Party, led by Anutin Charnvirakul, secured a parliamentary majority amid a court challenge over ballot secrecy. Nepal's Rastriya Swatantra Party, led by Balendra Shah, won a historic majority, positioning him as the likely youngest prime minister.
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Nepal's 35-year-old rapper-turned-politician Balendra Shah was sworn in as prime minister after his party, Rastriya Swatantra Party, won a majority in the March 5 elections. His rise follows youth-led protests and a history of social activism, marking a significant shift in Nepal's political landscape.