AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoJapan Visa Tightening: A Nepalese restaurant owner in Tokyo says her “dream is broken” as Japan’s stricter business manager visa rules threaten her stay and could lead to expulsion. Regional Trade & Payments: India’s UPI keeps expanding globally, with June volumes still strong even as transaction growth moderates; the push also signals deeper digital finance links across borders. Fuel Costs & Aviation: Nepal Oil Corporation cut petrol, diesel, kerosene, aviation fuel and LPG, while India also reduced ATF by ₹5/litre and reset export duties from July 1—moves that can ease airline costs even if retail prices don’t immediately fall. Monetary Policy Focus: Nepal Rastra Bank Deputy Governor Kiran Poudel said the upcoming monetary policy must balance growth with inflation and stability, while managing market expectations. Border Cash Seizure: SSB seized ₹16.44 lakh in undocumented cash and brown sugar near the India-Nepal border, handing suspects to customs. Infrastructure Delays: Nagdhunga–Muglin road expansion is behind schedule on two sections as monsoon begins, raising connectivity risks. Local Livelihoods: Women in Nawalpur are turning forest resources into income through thakal and broom grass handicrafts. Education & Supply: Nepal’s passport printing uncertainty continues after low stock and a corruption case, while CBSE supplementary exam logistics are underway.
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