Headline : Nepals youth caught in the crossfire

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Russia’s move to recruit Nepali youths in its army in the absence of any bilateral agreements, and without informing Nepal’s government has created a great deal of furore in Kathmandu. Till the second week of April this year, more than 21 Nepalis have lost their lives and dozens are trapped in the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war; and around 300 youths remain out of contact with their family members. While, five Nepalis who are currently in Ukrainian captivity are waiting for early repatriation. Nepal’s government does not have any accurate data about the number of Nepalis currently serving in the Russian army. An informal network of families whose members are currently recruited in the Russian army is collecting the data; the current number estimated at approximately 2 000 families.

Shrinking job spaces at home, promises of lucrative incomes, and lack of accurate information about the nature of the job seem to be some of the reasons behind their decision to accept the risky job. Additionally, growing aspirations to buy land, a home and to afford a luxurious life in a short span of time are driving many to bear any risk to make money. The chronic political instability coupled with economic recession, the impact of Covid-19, and dismal flow of foreign investment is decreasing employment opportunities in Nepal. Youths no longer see a future in their own country. The lack of job opportunities at home is a primary reason behind this sentiment. As of late, the number of Nepali workers receiving approval for foreign employment has increased and the number of people seeking permanent settlement abroad is increasing too. According to official government figures, in the fiscal year 2022-23, 70 915 Nepalis chose to move abroad, embracing permanent residency. Every day more than 2 000 youths go abroad either to study or for employment.

A large-chunk of unskilled and semiskilled migrant workers choose gulf-nations for work; Saudi Arabia, Qatar, UAE, Oman and Bahrain being on top of the list. Similarly, significant numbers of youths are traveling to Europe, the US, UK, Australia and other countries on student visas which, to some extent, allows them to both study and make an income.  Concerning a combat career, traditionally, India and the UK were recruiting Nepali nationals in their army as per bilateral arrangements but, these countries have started to decrease their quotas so that Nepali youths are seeking alternatives — joining the Russian army. Looking at the nature of the recruitments, it appears that there is a secret deal between the manpower agencies with covert support from Russian agencies, and Nepal government agencies.

At a time when Nepali youths are desperately seeking jobs, Russia came up with the offer of lucrative salaries. Many manpower agents who send Nepali workers to join, offer a NPR 3 00000 monthly salary (equivalent to around 2000 EUR) and Russian citizenship for spouses and children after a year of signing of the contract. To further lure foreign nationals, in January this year, Russian President Vladimir Putin signed a decree that speeds up a path to Russian citizenship for foreigners who enlist in the country’s military.

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