Government to Establish Handicraft Development Board to Address Sectoral Issues
Summary
The government of Nepal plans to establish a Handicraft Development Board to address sectoral challenges and promote growth, with Prime Minister Balen Shah prioritizing policy reforms and employment generation in the handicraft industry.
Key Points
- The government will establish a Handicraft Development Board to resolve challenges in the handicraft sector.
- Prime Minister Balen Shah emphasized policy reforms and institutional development for the handicraft industry.
- Discussions included export promotion, VAT issues, recognition of Handicraft Day, and employment generation through handicraft villages across all provinces.
- Nepal's handicraft exports reach approximately 27-28 billion rupees annually to 60 countries, with potential for growth through online markets and youth participation.
