In this inefficient system, the biggest loser is the main creator: the Nepalese artisan. His unique talent and hours of painstaking work earn him only a fraction of the price paid by the end consumer in New York, London or Tokyo.
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Green Finance for a Sustainable Nepal: Assessing the Banking Sector’s to Finance Green Projects
The key findings indicate that despite the emergence of building blocks for green finance, such as dedicated credit products and green bond issuance, the banking sector faces significant systemic challenges.
Up to 30% of the Crop to Landfill: A Practical Guide for Nepalese Farmers to Minimize Post-Harvest Losses
For a farmer in Nepal, every harvested fruit, every ear of rice, represents months of hard work, hope and investment. But the harsh reality is that up to 30% of that harvest can be lost before it even reaches the table.
Two New Airports: How Pokhara and Bhairahawa Really Changed Nepal’s Tourism Map in 2025?
Driven in large part by the expected opening of two new international airports – Pokhara International Airport (PIA) and Gautam Buddha International Airport (GBIA) in Bhairahawa.
Nepal’s SME Credit Dilemma: Analyzing of New Government Support Programs and Innovative Fintech Solutions
Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are the cornerstone of Nepal’s economy, playing an indispensable role in its development and the welfare of the people. However, despite their importance, SMEs in Nepal face serious obstacles in accessing finance, which is called the “credit dilemma.”
Investment in Nepal’s hotel sector: Analysis of risks, returns and promising “blind spots” for the new hotels 2025-2027
The importance of tourism for the socio-economic development of Nepal cannot be overstated. The industry is seen by the government as an important tool for reducing poverty and achieving greater social equality among the population.
Rivers of Milk, Banks of Meat in Nepal: Strategies to Increase Productivity and Profitability in the Livestock Sector
For millions of rural families, especially the poorest, livestock serves not only as a source of food (milk, meat) and income, but also as a kind of “live bank account”
How Nepal Can Effectively Promote its Cultural Heritage, Gastronomy and Unique Festivals
To ensure sustainable growth of the tourism industry, reduce seasonal fluctuations and distribute economic benefits more evenly, Nepal needs to diversify its tourism offerings.
Voice of the People or Political Technologies in Nepal? Analysis of Key Public Demands (Jobs, Prices, Justice)
At the heart of this general discontent lies what might be called a “triple crisis” – three fundamental social problems that shape the political agenda today jobs crisis
Nepal’s Digital Financial Security: What Steps Should Banks Take to Protect Against Global Cyber Threats?
By early 2025, the number of mobile banking and digital wallet users was in the tens of millions, and the volume of QR payments was breaking all records.