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Explainer 508: How did rapper Balen become prime minister of Nepal?

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Episode Explainer 508: How did rapper Balen become prime minister of Nepal?

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Rapper turned politician Balendrah Shah was elected Nepal’s prime minister this week. Andrew Mueller traces his political ascent, fuelled by last year’s Gen-Z protests.

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