China said it hopes Nepal can restore order soon after deadly protests led by disaffected Gen Z erupted and brought down the government. The parliament and other official buildings were torched, along with the homes of political leaders.

Nepal is a Himalayan buffer state between the geopolitical rivals China and India and is of strategic significance to both powers.

Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian said "China and Nepal are traditionally friendly neighbors," according to Global Times , a state-run news publication that paraphrased his remarks made on Wednesday, September 10.

"Lin expressed hope that all parties in Nepal can properly address domestic issues, and restore social order and national stability as soon as possible," Global Times reported.

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