- by Republica
KATHMANDU, April 28: The government has planned to call for letters of intent for 20 hydropower projects- in the 3rd Investment Summit. The two-day summit is commencing in the federal capital today.
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KATHMANDU, April 28: The price of gold rose by Rs 400 per tola in the domestic market on Sunday.
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Finance Minister Barshaman Pun is the coordinator of the Nepal Investment Summit 2024 Steering Committee. In his capacity as the coordinator, Minister Pun has been playing an instrumental role in making this mega event a success. In this context, Republica caught up with Minister Pun to delve into the government's preparations and other pertinent matters related to the Investment Summit. Here are the highlights:
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KATHMANDU, April 28: President of the Federation of Nepalese Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FNCCI) Chandra Prasad Dhakal urged investors from around the world to seize the opportunity and invest in Nepal's burgeoning economy.
- by Park Tae-Young
The Nepal Investment Summit 2024 is beginning today. I am confident that the two-day summit will play an important role in the economic and social transformation of Nepal. I have often been asked about the secret of Korea's economic development during discussions with politicians and other stakeholders in Nepal.
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KATHMANDU, April 28: Nepal is playing against West Indies ‘A’ today in the second T20 match. The match will start at 12:15 PM at the TU Cricket Ground, Kirtipur. In the first match, Nepal defeated West Indies ‘A’ by 4 wickets.
- by Republica
KATHMANDU, April 28: The Third Investment Summit is beginning today. It is being organized to bring in foreign direct investment and launch development projects for the country's economic progress.
- by Jabbor Kayumov
Nepal's telecommunications sector has undergone significant transformation since the 1990s when people had to stand in enduring long queues for STD and ISD calls and pay exorbitant fees for every second of talk time. It was only two decades ago, in 2004, when Nepal opened its telecommunications market to the private sector, attracting foreign investors such as United Telecom Limited (UTL), Ncell (previously Spice Nepal), and Smart Telecom.
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Atul Keshap is a distinguished retired American diplomat and career United States Foreign Service Officer. Since January 2022, he has held the prestigious position of President of the US-India Business Council at the US Chamber of Commerce.
- by Hari Prasad Sharma
KATHMANDU, April 28: Over the last three decades, promises of foreign direct investment (FDI) totaling around Rs 500 billion have been made, but only Rs 270 billion has been received so far.
- by Sambridhi Gyawali
With over 100 ethnic groups practicing over 10 different religions living in complete harmony speaks highly of Nepal’s cultural heritage. This is Nepal’s strength, and this is where investment is needed for sustainable growth to preserve and thrive. We can make Nepal a haven for sustainable tourism and further grow this industry that is already a mainstay of the country’s economy.
- by Republica
The investment summit will have a long-term impact, showcasing the possibility and opportunity of investment. The task of elucidating Nepal to investors and enticing them for investment can be accomplished during the investment summit. Its results become evident in the long run, as investors evaluate the development potential of the projects presented at the summit. At present, the risk-bearing capacity of investors has decreased.
- by Republica
ILAM, April 28: The counting of votes for election to the member of House of Representatives (HoR) of Ilam Constituency-2 and provincial assembly member in Bajhang-1(a) is starting today.
- by RAJESH KHANAL
KATHMANDU, April 28: The much-awaited Nepal Investment Summit 2024 is beginning today (Sunday), with the prime objective to attract foreign direct investment in Nepal’s mega development projects.
- by Republica
KATHMANDU, April 28: The government has initiated the process of Sovereign Credit Rating (SCR) for the country which was stalled for three years.
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Nepal, a nation endowed with abundant natural resources and cultural richness, has traversed through turbulent times marred by poverty and conflict. However, amidst the struggles, Nepal has emerged resilient, having peacefully resolved armed conflicts and embraced inclusive democratic practices through the drafting of a progressive constitution in 2015 by the constituent assembly elected by the people.
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KATHMANDU, April 27: The construction of the tunnel of the Sunkoshi Marin Diversion Multipurpose Project, which is a project of national pride, has been almost completed with only a few meters left for a breakthrough. The breakthrough ceremony, when the tunnel will be officially opened, is scheduled for May 8.
- by Tapendra Karki
KATHMANDU, April 27: The government has tightened the security arrangements for the Third Investment Summit 2024. Security arrangements have been intensified to ensure the safety of guests attending the summit, which will take place at the Soaltee Hotel in Tahachal, Kathmandu on April 28 and 29.
- by Republica
RANJHA, April 27: The vegetables kept for sale at Rani Talau Vegetable Market of Nepalgunj in Banke district have been found to have high levels of pesticide residue.
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KATHMANDU, April 27: Aam Janata Party and Samajwadi Jana Ekata Party have merged.