Federation of Nepali Chambers of Commerce and Industry President Urges More Effective Nepal-India Economic Cooperation
Summary
FNCCI President Chandra Prasad Dhakal urges enhanced economic cooperation between Nepal and India, focusing on smoother trade, green energy, and investment opportunities during the Second Indo-Nepal Trade Festival 2026 in New Delhi.
Key Points
- Chandra Prasad Dhakal highlighted the need for more result-oriented Nepal-India economic cooperation focusing on customs, digital trade, and SME access.
- India remains Nepal's largest trade partner and investment source, with significant cultural and people-to-people ties.
- Nepal has begun exporting hydropower to India and aims to become a reliable green energy partner through better infrastructure.
- Investment opportunities in Nepal are growing in energy, tourism, industrial sectors, and special economic zones, encouraged by ongoing policy reforms.
