Nepal Imports Over NPR 2.5 Billion in Dry Fruits for Festivals
Summary
Nepal imported about NPR 2.5 billion worth of dry fruits in the first three months of the current fiscal year for Tihar and Chhath. The Department of Customs says walnuts, coconuts, almonds, cashews and raisins continue to drive large import bills and customs revenue.
Key Points
- Nepal imported approximately NPR 2.5 billion worth of dry fruits in the first three months of the current fiscal year for Tihar and Chhath.
- The Department of Customs says walnuts accounted for the largest value, while coconuts were imported in the highest quantity.
- China, India, the United States and Vietnam were the main sources of these imports.
- More than 50 percent of last fiscal year’s total annual import value has already been imported in just three months this year.
