Nepal News Evening Economic Brief – August 28, 2025
Summary
Nepal's NEPSE index dropped below 2,800 with increased trading turnover. The government plans to formalize the informal economy, while hydropower exports hit a record 1,130 MW amid the rainy season. Flights to Australia from Pokhara are expected, and various infrastructure projects are underway.
Key Points
- NEPSE index fell to 2,781 points despite an increase in trading turnover to Rs 8.09 billion.
- Finance Minister Bishnu Prasad Paudel announced government efforts to formalize the informal economy.
- Nepal is exporting a record 1,130 MW of electricity daily during the rainy season to India and Bangladesh.
- Pokhara International Airport is set to begin flights to Australia via Sichuan Airlines following regulatory approval steps.
