Banking News – Prime Minister Balendra Shah (Balen) is set to meet representatives of the Federation of Handicraft Associations of Nepal today as part of his ongoing consultations with business leaders aimed at strengthening the country’s economy.

According to the Office of the Prime Minister and Council of Ministers, the discussion will focus on the development, promotion, and expansion of Nepal’s handicraft industry, a sector regarded as an important contributor to exports, employment, and the national economy.

The meeting forms part of the Prime Minister’s continuing dialogue with various industry and business stakeholders to identify challenges facing key economic sectors and explore policy measures to support sustainable growth.

Representing the Federation of Handicraft Associations of Nepal at the meeting will be President Rabindra Shakya, Senior Vice President Rajman Bajracharya, Vice President Kiran Kumar Sthapit, Advisor Bikash Ratna Dhakhwa, and leading handicraft exporter Maheshwar Shrestha.

The government is expected to gather recommendations from industry representatives on improving the competitiveness of Nepal’s handicraft sector, promoting exports, and creating new employment opportunities.