AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoTrade & Deficit Watch: Nepal’s foreign trade jumped in the first month of FY 2026/27, with total trade up 35.44% to NPR 226.15 billion; imports rose 31.04% to NPR 187.44 billion and exports climbed 61.72% to NPR 38.70 billion, but the trade deficit widened 24.88% to NPR 148.73 billion. Telecom & Media: Nepal Telecom and Nepal Television signed a cooperation agreement to improve telecommunication and public information services across the country. Policy & Markets: NEPSE ended the week lower, with the index down 25.11 points (0.95%) and weekly turnover rising to NPR 21.22 billion as investors rotated holdings. Energy & Climate Readiness: Energy Minister Biraj Bhakta Shrestha urged El Niño preparedness, warning of risks to hydropower, irrigation and food security, and also pushed for stronger electricity supply systems in Koshi Province. Aviation Upgrade: Japan is funding a new air traffic control tower at Tribhuvan International Airport, aimed at boosting safety at Nepal’s challenging airport. Consumer Tech: realme C85 5G launched in Nepal starting at Rs 39,999, featuring a 7,000mAh battery, 45W fast charging, 144Hz display and IP68/IP69K protection. Telecom Costs: Nepal plans to revise telecom license renewal fees, shifting from a lump-sum model to a percentage of annual income to ease pressure on operators.
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