Nepal: government and rebels conclude first round of peace talks

Nepal: government and rebels conclude first round of peace talks

During the meeting that lasted for nearly six hours, the two sides agreed on a 25-point code of conduct to be followed by both sides as they continue the talks, Home Minister Krishna Situala and Maoist rebel spokesman Krishna Mahara said.

No date has been set for next round of  peace talks, but the two said it would take place soon, the AP reports.