Finance Minister Dr. Swarnim Wagle assumes office, announces reform drive
Summary
Dr. Swarnim Wagle assumes office as Nepal's Finance Minister, pledging to implement key economic reforms, simplify procedures, and promote digital governance.
Key Points
- Dr. Swarnim Wagle took oath and assumed office as Nepal's Finance Minister.
- He committed to implementing key recommendations from the High-Level Economic Reform Suggestion Commission 2081.
- The government plans to abolish the Revenue Investigation Department and amend or repeal 15 existing laws.
- Priority will be given to translating election manifesto promises into effective implementation with detailed action plans.
