Kathmandu Mayor Balen Shah's Administration Faces Scrutiny Over Omission of Foreign Employment in 100-Day Agenda
Summary
Kathmandu's new administration under Mayor Balen Shah has unveiled a 100-day work agenda but notably excluded foreign employment, a sector vital to over 3 million Nepalis and a major source of remittance. Following criticism, the Ministry of Labor announced a 10-point work plan to address migrant worker issues and reforms.
Key Points
- Kathmandu Mayor Balen Shah's 100-day agenda excludes foreign employment, a sector impacting over 3 million Nepalis and linked to 75% of households.
- Foreign employment is crucial as Gulf countries provide over 40% of Nepal's remittance, amounting to around 200 billion Nepali Rupees monthly.
- Following criticism, the Ministry of Labor announced a 10-point work plan including same-day labor permit issuance, online pre-departure training, and integrating skill development bodies.
- The government aims to enforce minimum wage fully and enroll all workers in the Social Security Fund to improve worker security and governance in labor sectors.
