AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoBusiness & Rule of Law: Rastriya Swatantra Party chair Rabi Lamichhane urged Nepal’s private sector to work without fear, saying business mistakes should be handled as economic offenses, not treated like ordinary criminal cases amid concerns over arbitrary arrests. Foreign Policy: PM Balendra Shah will hold separate Monday meetings with the Indian and Chinese ambassadors, with a US envoy meeting planned for Tuesday, as Kathmandu signals balanced engagement with both neighbors. Aviation Regulation Debate: An Indian pilots’ body renewed calls to replace India’s DGCA with an autonomous Civil Aviation Authority, while experts argue for making the DGCA fully independent instead. Trade Disruption: The Tatopani border point with China has stayed blocked for over three weeks due to landslides, halting cross-border cargo movement. LPG Shortage Response: Nepal’s industry minister inspected gas industries and depots, directing priority sales for students, daily wage workers and distressed citizens, while Nepal Oil Corporation pushes a quick response to complaints. Mountaineering Tragedy: Nepal rescuers found five bodies months after a Yalung Ri avalanche, while Broad Peak memorial vigils continued for climbers including Nirmal “Nims” Purja. Sports: CAN announced NPL Season 3 dates—Oct 26 start and Nov 21 final.
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