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Due to the overlapping inter-related challenges such as jobs recovery from the pandemic, inequality, climate change, and global economic issues, among others, development partners have suggested Nepal accelerate good investments and policy implementation, while creating inclusive opportunities and green jobs.

With the HDI value of 0.602, the republic stands second lowest in per capita income in the region, with only Afghanistan ranking lower.

Tucked between the towering Himalayas, Nepal has a rich cultural heritage and spectacular natural scenery. However, underneath this lovely frontage lies a complex economic issue – a persistent trade deficit.

If Nepal settles all of its foreign loans now, it will incur a loss of nearly Rs60 billion.

KATHMANDU, Oct 6: The World Bank (WB) has estimated expansion of Nepal's economic growth in the coming fiscal year.

KATHMANDU, Oct 5: In its recent South Asia Development Update and Nepal Development Update, the World Bank (WB) has projected that Nepal's gross domestic product (GDP) growth rate will contract to 1.9 percent in 2023. However, there is optimism for the future, as the World Bank anticipates an upturn in economic growth next year, with a projected rate of 3.9 percent in 2024 and 5 percent in 2025.

KATHMANDU, Oct 3: The World Bank has projected Nepal's economic growth rate at 3.9 percent in 2024. In its latest semi-annual report titled 'Nepal Development Update: Restoring Export Competitiveness,' the World Bank predicts that Nepal's economy will experience a growth rate of 3.9 percent in the year 2024.

Due to the delayed effects of lifted import restrictions, a robust recovery in tourism, and the gradual easing of monetary policies, the World Bank projects Nepal's economy to rebound, reaching 3.9 percent growth in fiscal year 2024.

KATHMANDU — Nepal’s economy is expected to rebound to 3.9% in FY24 owing to a lagged impact of the lifting of import restrictions, strong rebound in tourism, and the gradual loosening of monetary policy, according to the World Bank’s twice-a-year cou

Nepal's Integrated Social Registry aims to transform social protection and address inequality, but first it must overcome administrative hurdles and public distrust in the government, writes Subas Dhakal (University of New England).