FDI commitments reach Rs 35 billion in Q1 of current FY
Summary
Nepal secured foreign direct investment commitments totaling Rs 35 billion in the first quarter of fiscal year 2025/26, with tourism attracting the highest number of commitments.
Key Points
- Nepal received Rs 35 billion in foreign direct investment commitments during the first three months of fiscal year 2025/26.
- A total of 311 projects were approved by the Department of Industry with Rs 35.13 billion committed investments.
- Tourism sector attracted the highest FDI commitments with 103 projects worth Rs 1.46 billion.
- Despite high commitments, actual FDI inflow remains low; Rs 12.01 billion received against Rs 65 billion commitment in fiscal year 2024/25.
