Nepal election could be ‘turning point’ in delicate balance of US, China, India geopolitical interests in region

Washington has stepped up efforts to expand presence in Nepal amid worsening Sino-US, China-India ties Election results will be key to how the three powers will develop strategic interests in Nepal, with India and US keen to counter Chinese influence in region The landlocked Himalayan nation of Nepal heads to the polls on Sunday in a closely watched general election that analysts say will determine how Kathmandu handles ties with the United States,