KATHMANDU, Sept 15: Women in Nepal are yet to have a strong presence and role in the decision-making level although the issues of gender equality and social inclusion were included in the election manifesto and statute of the political parties, argued participants of an interaction program on Friday.

NEW YORK, Oct 4: Various countries including Nepal have been voicing for reform in the United Nations (UN), especially the structure of its Security Council, for years to increase their representation in the decision-making bodies of the organization.