Trade Costs, Power Contracts and Peak Permits — Nepal’s Tightrope

Trade bottlenecks, big‑ticket power contracts, and a dash of culture — Thangka provenance, cricket diplomacy, and yes, even methane finds — sum up this week in Nepal. With parliament dithering over dry‑port ratification and cabinet reshuffles while infrastructure deals, tourism tweaks and civic fixes promise practical gains, the diaspora should watch whether these moves turn into real momentum or just more political footwork. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.nepalidiaspora.net