AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoAviation & Tourism: flydubai will start a new daily Dubai–Pokhara service from Sept 23, becoming the first carrier to link the UAE directly with Nepal’s tourism hub beyond Kathmandu. Banking & Finance: Nepal’s BFIs deposits rose 9.4% to Rs 7,949.28B in the first 10 months, while private-sector credit grew 5.7% to Rs 5,809.71B. Agriculture & Food Markets: Nepal issued a Minimum Support Price directive for key grains and sugarcane, aiming to set prices before planting/harvest; meanwhile sugar prices in India are rising after an export ban, with Nepal saying stocks are adequate for months. Energy & Hydropower: the government moved to revoke licences of 38 hydropower projects stuck at zero progress after PPAs, and NEA is pushing to collect unpaid dues. Cross-border Trade & Policy: Nepal’s foreign minister clarified PM Balendra Shah’s border remarks as cross-border occupation concerns, reiterating diplomatic resolution with India. Climate & Risk: ICIMOD warns the 2026 monsoon may be lower but more dangerous, with intense bursts raising flood and landslide risks. Industry & Business: IMF urges Nepal to tighten crypto monitoring despite the 2021 ban, citing continued inflows linked to stablecoins. Transport & Infrastructure: weather updates point to scattered rainfall and thunderstorms across parts of Nepal.
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