2025 Year-End Letter to Nepal
Summary
Nepal faces stagnation and underperformance despite its geographic advantages, trailing behind India and China in economic growth and development. Political inertia and lack of structural reform have led to youth unrest and mass migration, threatening the country’s future prosperity.
Key Points
- Nepal is economically lagging behind its neighbors India and China, with slower growth and development over the past decades.
- Despite political changes from monarchy to republic, Nepal’s social and economic indicators have worsened or stagnated, leading to national drift.
- The Gen-Z uprising reflects deep youth frustration with political inertia, potentially signaling further unrest if reforms are not undertaken.
- Mass migration has become a widespread coping strategy for Nepali youth due to lack of jobs and opportunities, risking a civilizational crisis.
