The Farsight Nepal

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Economy

Let there be more international students in Nepal

In this second episode, we talk with Prof. Uddhab Pyakurel, Kathmandu University School of Arts, who emphasises that Nepal’s government must prioritise international students — for instance — simplify the visa process and fees for them and extend adequate support to universities, and budgetary support to extend scholarship opportunities to international students.

Society

For balanced international relations, the house has to be in order first

This episode with Gaurab Shumsher Thapa touched upon the foundational understanding of the broader themes of international relations, the history of Nepal's IR, the essence of soft power, national interest, and the principle of Panchsheel.

Wednesdays #4: Nepal’s FDI conundrum

Foreign investment has long been more a promise than a reality. Despite big commitments, only a fraction of pledges ever arrives. This week, we trace …

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Wednesdays #3: September 8 Protest, Corruption, and Institutional Trust

Nepal’s anti-corruption laws are robust on paper—but selective enforcement, political interference, and institutional reshuffles have left citizens frustrated and protests erupting. We dissect why public …

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Wednesdays #2: Elections, Costs and Constitution

Our Deep Dive this week examines the cost of democracy—financially, politically, and constitutionally—as Nepal grapples with elections under extraordinary uncertainty.

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Wednesdays #1: School Education Bill, Assisted Reproductive Technologies, and more

We take a closer look at the institutions that shape everyday life in Nepal—from classrooms to fertility clinic regulations and IVF and its dark sides …

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