The question for Nepal is not whether to relax capital controls, but rather when and how to do so.

Once seen as self-correcting, globalisation is now volatile, fragmented and driven by escalating instability.

Oli’s claim that Everest should be called Sagarmatha reveals inaccuracies about its name and history.

It will be interesting to see if Turkey will do any balancing between India and Pakistan.

Local leaders must act urgently to fully realise their constitutional mandates and deliver results.

Fascists appropriate the tenets of nationalism to create a new meaning of a nation for their own ends.

The pro-monarchy movement will fail. It lacks leadership with moral integrity and honesty.

As monsoon approaches, the risk of a pathogenic dengue outbreak shouldn’t be underestimated.

The shift to AI could well make the UAE far less dependent on migrant labour.

The HKH nations are positioning themselves as active leaders for a resilient, just and sustainable future.

Linking politicians’ use of language to their level of education or opportunity may not be easy.

Education reform should be a national mission for a prosperous Bangladesh.

Aid cuts could make vulnerable communities even less resilient to climate change.

Government policies are making Nepal’s poor pay for the luxuries and benefits of rich people.

Even after 18 years of commitment, Nepal has failed to instil victims’ trust in the TJ process.

Sri Lankans have high expectations from the party as it promises a shift away from traditional politics.

A caste census could pave the way for fair, better targeted policies and equitable resource allocation.

The long run of easy money for Windustry seems to be ending with the suspension of USAID funding.

Indian Chief Justice Gavai has the opportunity to reinforce the judicial ties between India and Nepal.

Although political will and foundational institutions exist, our success depends on quick, strategic action.