Chinese leader refers to Mount Everest as ‘Chomolungma’ at Nepal forum
During the Sagarmatha Sambaad in Nepal, China's Vice Chairman Xiao Jie repeatedly referred to Mount Everest as "Chomolungma," the Chinese name, while other participants used English and Nepali designations. Despite Prime Minister Oli's advocacy for "Sagarmatha," he remained silent on Xiao Jie's terminology. The event, attended by international delegations and organizations, highlighted differing perspectives on the iconic peak's naming.
During the Sagarmatha Sambaad in Nepal, China's Vice Chairman Xiao Jie repeatedly referred to Mount Everest as "Chomolungma," the Chinese name, while other participants used English and Nepali designations. Despite Prime Minister Oli's advocacy for "Sagarmatha," he remained silent on Xiao Jie's terminology. The event, attended by international delegations and organizations, highlighted differing perspectives on the iconic peak's naming.
