Lawmakers Demand Long-Term Strategy from Securities Board of Nepal

Summary

Nepalese lawmakers demand a clear long-term strategy and reforms from the Securities Board of Nepal to enhance investor confidence, attract foreign investment, and improve market infrastructure.

Key Points
  • Lawmakers demand a detailed long-term action plan from SEBON for capital market reforms and attracting foreign investment.
  • Concerns raised about slow IPO and rights share approvals, weak corporate governance, and low investment in productive sectors.
  • Calls for faster implementation of new financial instruments like corporate bonds, SME exchange, REIT, and ETF.
  • Finance Committee instructs the government to submit a detailed report within 10 days addressing raised issues and reforms.
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