"flag bearers"

#13091045

13 December 2025

A cadre of the Communist Party of Nepal- Unified Marxist Leninist (CPN-UML) holds the party flag outside the venue for the inauguration ceremony of the party's General Convention in Bhaktapur, Nepal, on December 13, 2025. The party claims the gathering is its largest so far, mobilizing supporters from across the country by reserving vehicles to bring cadres to the Valley. Over 2,200 delegates, including elected and nominated representatives, and 309 observers participate in the convention, which elects the party's new leadership. Around 10,000 volunteers are mobilized for organizational management, according to the organizer. The convention elects 15 office-bearers, including the party chair and 251 central committees. Another 10 percent of members are nominated. Although the party statute mandates a general convention every five years, this one is convened a year early. The 10th convention is held in Chitwan, Nepal, in December 2021. As the statute and policy convention concludes in September, the gathering focuses mainly on leadership selection. In the closed-door session, Oli is scheduled to present the political report, while General Secretary Shankar Pokhrel tables the organizational report. Senior Vice Chairman Ishwar Pokhrel registers a concept paper criticizing Oli's leadership style and raising concerns over internal party democracy, and announces a challenge to Oli for the party chair.

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#13091051

13 December 2025

A cadre of the Communist Party of Nepal- Unified Marxist Leninist (CPN-UML) holds the party flag outside the venue for the inauguration ceremony of the party's General Convention in Bhaktapur, Nepal, on December 13, 2025. The party claims the gathering is its largest so far, mobilizing supporters from across the country by reserving vehicles to bring cadres to the Valley. Over 2,200 delegates, including elected and nominated representatives, and 309 observers participate in the convention, which elects the party's new leadership. Around 10,000 volunteers are mobilized for organizational management, according to the organizer. The convention elects 15 office-bearers, including the party chair and 251 central committees. Another 10 percent of members are nominated. Although the party statute mandates a general convention every five years, this one is convened a year early. The 10th convention is held in Chitwan, Nepal, in December 2021. As the statute and policy convention concludes in September, the gathering focuses mainly on leadership selection. In the closed-door session, Oli is scheduled to present the political report, while General Secretary Shankar Pokhrel tables the organizational report. Senior Vice Chairman Ishwar Pokhrel registers a concept paper criticizing Oli's leadership style and raising concerns over internal party democracy, and announces a challenge to Oli for the party chair.

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#13091065

13 December 2025

A cadre of the Communist Party of Nepal- Unified Marxist Leninist (CPN-UML) holds the party flag outside the venue for the inauguration ceremony of the party's General Convention in Bhaktapur, Nepal, on December 13, 2025. The party claims the gathering is its largest so far, mobilizing supporters from across the country by reserving vehicles to bring cadres to the Valley. Over 2,200 delegates, including elected and nominated representatives, and 309 observers participate in the convention, which elects the party's new leadership. Around 10,000 volunteers are mobilized for organizational management, according to the organizer. The convention elects 15 office-bearers, including the party chair and 251 central committees. Another 10 percent of members are nominated. Although the party statute mandates a general convention every five years, this one is convened a year early. The 10th convention is held in Chitwan, Nepal, in December 2021. As the statute and policy convention concludes in September, the gathering focuses mainly on leadership selection. In the closed-door session, Oli is scheduled to present the political report, while General Secretary Shankar Pokhrel tables the organizational report. Senior Vice Chairman Ishwar Pokhrel registers a concept paper criticizing Oli's leadership style and raising concerns over internal party democracy, and announces a challenge to Oli for the party chair.

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#13091074

13 December 2025

KP Sharma Oli (center in red scarf), former Nepali Prime Minister and Chairman of the Communist Party of Nepal- Unified Marxist Leninist (CPN-UML), unfurls the party flag to inaugurate the opening ceremony of the party's general convention in Bhaktapur, Nepal, on December 13, 2025. The party claims the gathering to be its largest so far, mobilizing supporters from across the country by reserving vehicles to bring cadres to the Valley. Over 2,200 delegates, including elected and nominated representatives, and 309 observers participate in the convention, which elects the party's new leadership. Around 10,000 volunteers are mobilized for organizational management, according to the organizer. The convention elects 15 office-bearers, including the party chair and 251 central committee members. Another 10 percent of members are nominated. Although the party statute mandates a general convention every five years, this one is convened a year early. The 10th convention is held in Chitwan, Nepal, in December 2021. As the statute and policy convention concludes in September, the gathering focuses mainly on leadership selection. In the closed-door session, Oli is scheduled to present the political report, while General Secretary Shankar Pokhrel tables the organizational report. Senior Vice Chairman Ishwar Pokhrel registers a concept paper criticizing Oli's leadership style and raising concerns over internal party democracy, and announces a challenge to Oli for the party chair.

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#13091075

13 December 2025

KP Sharma Oli (center in red scarf), former Nepali Prime Minister and Chairman of the Communist Party of Nepal- Unified Marxist Leninist (CPN-UML), unfurls the party flag to inaugurate the opening ceremony of the party's general convention in Bhaktapur, Nepal, on December 13, 2025. The party claims the gathering to be its largest so far, mobilizing supporters from across the country by reserving vehicles to bring cadres to the Valley. Over 2,200 delegates, including elected and nominated representatives, and 309 observers participate in the convention, which elects the party's new leadership. Around 10,000 volunteers are mobilized for organizational management, according to the organizer. The convention elects 15 office-bearers, including the party chair and 251 central committee members. Another 10 percent of members are nominated. Although the party statute mandates a general convention every five years, this one is convened a year early. The 10th convention is held in Chitwan, Nepal, in December 2021. As the statute and policy convention concludes in September, the gathering focuses mainly on leadership selection. In the closed-door session, Oli is scheduled to present the political report, while General Secretary Shankar Pokhrel tables the organizational report. Senior Vice Chairman Ishwar Pokhrel registers a concept paper criticizing Oli's leadership style and raising concerns over internal party democracy, and announces a challenge to Oli for the party chair.

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#13013634

22 November 2025

A flag bearer stands before the Sky Bet Championship match between Coventry City and West Bromwich Albion at the Coventry Building Society Arena in Coventry, on November 22, 2025.

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#12937144

3 November 2025

Sliema Wanderers flag bearers and fans participate during the YoHealth Malta Premier League soccer match between Floriana FC and Sliema Wanderers FC at the Centenary Stadium in Ta' Qali, Malta, on November 1, 2025.

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#12855676

13 October 2025

Flag bearers walk onto the pitch prior to the FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifier match between Denmark and Greece at Parken Stadium in Copenhagen, Denmark, on October 12, 2025.

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#12851044

11 October 2025

Young flag bearers prepare to greet players on the field during the Sky Bet League 1 match between Northampton Town and Rotherham United at the PTS Academy Stadium in Northampton, England, on October 11, 2025.

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#12805818

28 September 2025

A Hamrun Spartans flag-bearer holds a Hamrun Spartans flag before the YoHealth Malta Premier League soccer match between Hamrun Spartans FC and Hibernians FC at the Centenary Stadium in Ta' Qali, Malta, on September 27, 2025.

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#12805825

28 September 2025

A Hibernians flag-bearer holds a Hibernians flag before the YoHealth Malta Premier League soccer match between Hamrun Spartans FC and Hibernians FC at the Centenary Stadium in Ta' Qali, Malta, on September 27, 2025.

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#12805308

28 September 2025

Floriana flag-bearers wave green and white club flags ahead of the YoHealth Malta Premier League soccer match between Mosta FC and Floriana FC at the Centenary Stadium in Ta' Qali, Malta, on September 27, 2025.

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#12804260

28 September 2025

Floriana flag-bearers wave green and white club flags ahead of the YoHealth Malta Premier League soccer match between Mosta FC and Floriana FC at the Centenary Stadium in Ta' Qali, Malta, on September 27, 2025.

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#12804953

28 September 2025

A Japanese flag bearer in traditional attire takes part in the opening ceremony at the 6 Hours of Fuji, round seven of the 2025 FIA World Endurance Championship at Fuji Speedway in Japan, on September 28, 2025.

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#12781505

21 September 2025

Volunteers of the Bavarian Red Cross hand out water to participants of the Trachten- und Schuetzenzug, the traditional costume and riflemen's parade, during the annual Oktoberfest in Munich, Bavaria, Germany, on September 21, 2025. With high temperatures, the aid stations along the parade route provide essential support for groups in historical uniforms, musicians, and dancers marching through the city.

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#12781506

21 September 2025

Volunteers of the Bavarian Red Cross hand out water to participants of the Trachten- und Schuetzenzug, the traditional costume and riflemen's parade, during the annual Oktoberfest in Munich, Bavaria, Germany, on September 21, 2025. With high temperatures, the aid stations along the parade route provide essential support for groups in historical uniforms, musicians, and dancers marching through the city.

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