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Economic PolicySeptember 11, 2025 at 01:01 PMCommunity Opinion
End Political Appointments in Government
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Overview
Establish Industrial Growth Fund and comprehensive support system to boost local manufacturing and reduce import dependency.
Problem Statement
Nepal remains import-dependent with weak legal protections for farmers, high costs, bureaucracy, and unreliable energy sources discouraging local investment.
Key Points
- Industrial Growth Fund with 20% equity stakes and performance-based releases
- Conditional tax incentives linked to local content and employment targets
- Forward purchase agreements guaranteeing minimum prices for farmers
- University Innovation Fund for applied R&D projects
- Technology Transfer Offices in major universities
- Investment in vocational schools aligned with priority sectors
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