Nepal does not have much leverage to retaliate against India’s action. It needs to update and operationalise agreements and address critical trade bottlenecks.

Least developed and landlocked countries are the hardest hit by the Gulf conflict.

Nepal must introduce policy reform to cater to the changing dynamics of trade and investment.

The growing menace of terrorism undermines peace, mutual trust and development in the region.

Encouraging the use of domestic textiles and fibres will benefit rural households.

Any future Nepal-China deal should include an implementation schedule to ensure it is carried out.