Private sector urges parties to put jobs and economy at the heart of election manifestos
Summary
Nepal's private sector urges political parties to prioritize job creation and economic reform in their election manifestos, emphasizing sustainable growth and governance.
Key Points
- Nepal requires creation of at least 6.5 million jobs by 2050 due to demographic shifts identified by the World Bank.
- Private sector leaders criticize political parties for focusing on power rather than concrete economic plans and job creation.
- Policy instability, corruption, and frequent government changes hinder economic growth and discourage investment.
- Women entrepreneurs call for gender-responsive economic policies and highlight the need for implementation rather than only policy formation.
