House unanimously passes Payment and Settlement (First Amendment) Bill
Summary
The House of Representatives unanimously passed the Payment and Settlement (First Amendment) Bill, 2083, with lawmakers backing international digital payment services but seeking clarity on their benefits and transaction security. Finance Minister Dr Swarnim Wagle presented the proposal as part of efforts to improve the economy and address liquidity problems.
Key Points
- The House of Representatives unanimously passed the Payment and Settlement (First Amendment) Bill, 2083, after theoretical discussion.
- Finance Minister Dr Swarnim Wagle said the bill is meant to help improve the economy and address systemic liquidity issues.
- Lawmakers welcomed international digital payment services but asked for clarity on their benefits to Nepal and on secure transactions.
- Speaker Dol Prasad Aryal instructed lawmakers to file amendment notices according to parliamentary rules.
