Nepal

Key Facts:
Leader: Prime Minister GP Koirala
Population: 28.3 million (2% Christian)
Majority Religion: Hinduism
Type of Government: Parliamentary democracy

This former Hindu kingdom is one of the poorest countries in the world. Torn apart by Maoist rebellion for the past decade, it now stands on the threshold of peace and democratic rule.

The Prime Minister heads an interim government ahead of elections due in June 2007.

The Church has been growing rapidly, despite historic restrictions on evangelism.

There are fears that Hindu ultra-nationalists will use new freedoms to incite religious unrest and harass Christians.

Prayer

• Earnestly pray that this will be the start of a new era of peace, true prosperity and religious liberty
• Praise God for the growth of His Church over the past 60 years. Pray for its unity and courage as it faces new challenges and opportunities
• Pray that church leaders will be equipped to encourage true discipleship.