Government aims to remove Nepal from EU air safety list by mid-January 2027
Summary
The Nepal government aims to remove the country from the EU air safety list by mid-January 2027 through aviation reforms and upgrading international standards, alongside promoting wellness and mountain tourism.
Key Points
- The government aims to remove Nepal from the European Commission's air safety list by mid-January 2027 by splitting the Civil Aviation Authority into a regulator and a service provider.
- Rs7.34 billion is allocated for culture and tourism and Rs2.93 billion for civil aviation development in the fiscal year 2026-27 budget.
- Nepal will promote wellness tourism internationally and preparations for Tourism Year 2028-29 and Nepal Wellness Year 2027 will begin.
- Plans include naming unnamed peaks above 6,000 meters, developing new trekking routes, upgrading aviation infrastructure, and expanding homestay programs linked to local culture.
