Foreign Direct Investment Commitment Reaches NPR 58.1 Billion in FY 2082/83
Summary
Foreign Direct Investment commitment in Nepal reached NPR 58.1 billion in FY 2082/83, focused mainly in agriculture, ICT, and tourism sectors, creating employment for over 28,000 people.
Key Points
- Foreign Direct Investment commitment in fiscal year 2082/83 was NPR 58.1 billion, slightly lower than the previous year.
- A total of 1,116 foreign investment projects were approved, mostly small-scale, employing around 28,423 people.
- The agriculture sector attracted 40% of investment, followed by tourism and energy sectors.
- Foreign aid increased to NPR 31.26 billion, the highest in eight years, despite falling short of the target.
