KATHMANDU: The Government of Nepal has been closely following the recent developments in the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs stated in a press release on Thursday.

“Nepal calls upon all parties concerned to exercise maximum restraint and to avoid actions that may further escalate tensions,” reads the press release.

It stated that Nepal underscores the importance of fully respecting the principles of sovereignty, territorial integrity and political independence of states, as enshrined in the Charter of the United Nations.

Nepal emphasises that disputes should be resolved peacefully through dialogue, diplomacy and mutual understanding, the Ministry stated.