KATHMANDU, March 14: Chief of Army Staff (CoAS) Prabhu Ram Sharma has underlined the need for common initiative and commitment for Nepal's sovereignty, independence, territorial integrity, nationality, dignity, border security and economic prosperity.

Inaugurating the high-level national security training organized jointly by the Defense Ministry and Nepali Army at the Army Command and Staff College on Wednesday, CoAS Sharma said common concept and understanding and coordination are needed for it. "By analyzing and studying the national and international atmospheres, it is imperative to formulate and implement policies for protecting our national interests," he said, adding that the direct and indirect strife among powerful states has posed challenges before small states.

In the Nepali context, geopolitical sensitivity, open borders and interest of powerful states are the challenges, according to him. Even the religious and communal conflict and covert activities of some separatist groups are affecting national security, he reminded.

CoAS Sharma further said that various aspects of traditional and modern security concerns along with the study of socioeconomic and development landscapes by all agencies are needed for effective enforcement of  the national policies and laws. The national security policy and strategy need change as per the changing global security scenario, he said.

On the occasion, Defense Secretary Kiran Raj Sharma said multi sectoral dialogue, coordination and cooperation are needed to strengthen national security.

The ninth edition of the high-level training has participation of 30 persons from diverse sectors including ministries, constitutional bodies, university, CSO, media, Nepali Army, Nepal Police, Armed Police Force, and the National Investigation Department. It will last for two weeks. A total of 173 people have been trained so far since 2072 BS.

 
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