While the national budget tags expenditures as climate-relevant, it does not flag expenditures that cause an increase in carbon emissions or go against the National Climate Change Policy.
As Nepal navigates these regulatory changes, striking a balance between necessary oversight and preserving digital freedom remains a contentious issue.
Regional tourists contribute significantly to Nepal’s visitor base, accounting for about 41.1% of total arrivals in 2023, with Indian, Chinese, and Bangladeshi tourists accounting for 31.52%, 5.99%, and 3.59% of the total tourist arrivals.
Care work draws on a diverse set of skills, knowledge, and abilities that are constantly at play; it is more than the completion of a few repetitive tasks.