Peace and Friendship Treaty with China (1960)

Description

The Sino-Nepal Treaty of Peace and Friendship was signed on April 28, 1960 (Baisakh 16, 2017 BS) during Chinese Premier Zhou Enlai's visit to Kathmandu, strengthening diplomatic relations.

Key Elements:

Sovereignty: Confirmed mutual respect for territorial integrity, sovereignty, and non-interference in internal affairs.
Border Agreement: Paved the way for the Sino-Nepalese Boundary Treaty (October 5, 1961) which officially settled the northern border and confirmed Mount Everest's status.
Geopolitical Balance: Established Nepal’s balanced foreign policy (equidistance) between its two giant neighbors, India and China.

Period

Democracy

Year (BS)

2017

Year (AD)

1960

CMAT Significance

The 1960 treaty cemented Nepal-China diplomatic relations and laid the groundwork for resolving long-standing Himalayan border disputes, including Mount Everest.