Finance Minister Dr. Swarnim Wagle Emphasizes 'Policy Confidence' for Economic Transformation

Summary

Finance Minister Dr. Swarnim Wagle says policy confidence, stable rules, and faster implementation are essential for Nepal’s economic transformation and structural reform. He also called for stronger credit flow to productive sectors, more support for digital finance and startups, and closer coordination with Nepal Rastra Bank.

Key Points
  • Finance Minister Dr. Swarnim Wagle said policy confidence is crucial for economic transformation and structural reform.
  • He urged clearer policies, stable rules, prompt decisions, and reliable implementation from the government and Nepal Rastra Bank.
  • Wagle called for more credit to productive sectors, support for fintech and startup financing, and a healthier link between the capital market and the real economy.
  • He said the government has already started legal and institutional reforms and may form a joint working group for policy coordination.
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