Imports rise by 11.42 pc, exports surge by 95.75 pc in first month of current FY
Summary
Nepal's foreign trade improved in the first month of the fiscal year with imports rising by 11.42% to Rs 143 billion and exports surging by 95.75% to Rs 23.93 billion in July.
Key Points
- Nepal's imports increased by 11.42% in July compared to the same period last year.
- Imports reached Rs 143 billion in July from Rs 128.37 billion last year.
- Exports surged by 95.75% in July to Rs 23.93 billion compared to Rs 12.22 billion last year.
- Border disruptions with China affected trade, with Rasuwagadhi closed since July 8 and Tatopani shut for three weeks.
