Kathmandu. In the absence of a stable government, those sent as ambassadors to most countries are not allowed to serve a full term. As soon as the government changes, these ambassadors are called back. According to the 62nd Annual Report (2080) of the Office of the Auditor General, the government’s expenditure on insurance and other activities for these ambassadors is wasted due to this practice. It is mentioned in 81.
Kathmandu: The Auditor General has submitted its annual report to President Ram Chandra Poudel today. According to the report, recalling the ambassador’s tenure will lead to additional expenses and increase the liability of the state.
Section 8(a) of the Directive on Appointment of Ambassadors, 2075 BS states that the tenure of an ambassador shall be four years from the date of his appearance at the Mission. However, with the change of government, those who have gone as ambassadors to the respective countries have to return home without being able to work.
According to the report, a total of Rs 28.669 million has been paid to ambassadors of 13 countries, including Rs 11.39 million in insurance, Rs 12.44 million in air tickets and Rs 4.83 million in transportation. This has led to additional expenditure and increased the state’s liability, the report said.
