Rasuwa Timure Customs Trade Normal, Dry Port Construction Stalled
Summary
Trade activities at Rasuwa Timure customs have resumed after flood disruptions, but construction of the Chinese-funded dry port remains stalled due to damage and lack of follow-up.
Key Points
- Trade activities at Rasuwa Timure customs have returned to normal after being affected by a flood a year ago.
- Construction of the Chinese-invested dry port has been stalled since flood damage to the warehouse and yard.
- Nepal Intermodal Transport Development Board oversees port construction but no progress has been made post-flood.
- Total damage from the flood to customs and infrastructure was estimated at 66.28 billion rupees, with port structures damaged by over 912 million rupees.