CNI Monthly Newsletter-May 2026 Edition
Confederation of Nepalese Industries
CNI Holds 3rd National Council Meeting, Emphasizes Policy Stability and $100 Billion Economy Vision
The Confederation of Nepalese Industries (CNI) held its 3rd National Council (NC) meeting on 24 April, Kathmandu.
CNI President, while welcoming the members, highlighted key developments since the previous NC meeting held in Chitwan. He briefed members on the ongoing policy dialogue with the government, particularly on the need for policy stability and legal reforms. He noted constructive engagement with the Finance Minister on upcoming budget priorities.
He emphasized CNI’s key policy priorities, including industrial promotion as a top agenda, tax and customs reforms, improved governance and digital service delivery, control of unauthorized trade, promotion of domestic production and consumption, sustainable use of natural resources, and introduction of production-linked incentives. He also stressed the need to address double taxation issues, ensure clarity in tax laws, and enable Nepali investors to invest abroad. Read More
Strategic Meeting with CTEVT
The Confederation of Nepalese Industries (CNI), held a strategic meeting with CTEVT on 31st March 2026 at Sanothimi, Bhaktapur to strengthen collaboration between industry and the TVET sector. The meeting focused on reducing the gap between industry skill needs and existing training systems through stronger private sector involvement. Discussions highlighted the importance of establishing the TVET Industry Council (TIC) as a platform to connect industries, government, and training institutions, while strengthening Sector Skill Committees (SSC) under industry associations. Read More
Government Formulating Strategy to Increase Electricity Consumption - Energy Minister
A discussion was held between the Confederation of Nepalese Industries (CNI) and the Minister for Energy, Water Resources and Irrigation, Hon’ble Biraj Bhakta Shrestha.
A CNI delegation led by President Mr. Birendra Raj Pandey met the Minister to extend congratulations and best wishes, while also engaging in discussions on the development of the energy sector.
During the meeting, President Pandey emphasized the need to adopt policies that promote increased electricity consumption. He suggested the implementation of policies allowing industries to generate electricity for their own use and transmit it through wheeling charges, as well as permitting the private sector to engage in domestic and international electricity trade. He further urged the government to immediately conclude Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) with all projects that have already completed surveys and received government approvals but are still awaiting agreements. Read More
Slovenian Ambassador-Designate to Nepal Visits CNI, Emphasizes Strengthening B2B Relations
Ambassador-Designate of Slovenia to Nepal, Mr. Tomaz Mencin, visited the Confederation of Nepalese Industries (CNI) on 19 April.
During the courtesy meeting, the Ambassador expressed Slovenia’s commitment to exploring and strengthening business-to-business (B2B) relations between Slovenia and Nepal. Read More
CNI and IMF Team Discuss Economic Policy and Business Climate
On April 27, an International Monetary Fund (IMF) team met with CNI President Birendra Raj Pandey and his team at the Confederation of Nepalese Industries (CNI) to discuss key economic and policy issues.
During the interaction, President Pandey addressed IMF queries related to Ease of Doing Business, as well as customs and revenue policies. He emphasized the need for predictable and stable policies to enhance investor confidence and support sustainable economic growth. Read More
CNI Holds Courtesy Meeting with NPC Vice Chair, Calls for Collaboration on $100 Billion Economy Vision
The Confederation of Nepalese Industries (CNI) held a courtesy meeting with the Vice Chair of the National Planning Commission (NPC), Hon. Dr. Gunakar Bhatta.
During the meeting, the CNI President briefed CNI’s ongoing initiative the $100 Billion Economy Study and highlighted its objectives aimed at supporting Nepal’s long-term economic transformation. Read More
CNI Congratulates Newly Elected FCAN Executive Committee, Emphasizes Increased Investment in Infrastructure Sector
The Confederation of Nepalese Industries (CNI) has extended congratulations and a warm welcome to the newly elected executive committee of the Federation of Contractors’ Association of Nepal (FCAN).
At a welcome and felicitation program held at the CNI Secretariat, CNI President Mr. Birendra Raj Pandey congratulated and welcomed the newly elected FCAN President Mr. Nicholas Pandey along with other office bearers. Read More
India–Nepal Economic Cooperation Forum 2026 Strengthens Bilateral Trade and Investment Dialogue
The India–Nepal Economic Cooperation Forum 2026 was successfully convened on April 15 in Birgunj and on April 16 in Hetauda—two of Nepal’s key industrial hubs. The forum was jointly organized by the Confederation of Nepalese Industries (CNI), Bara Parsa Udyog Sangh (BPUS), Confederation of Bagmati Province Industries (CBPI), Makwanpur Chamber of Commerce & Industry (MCCI), and the PHDCCI India–Nepal Centre. Read More
Meeting Held with IBN on Advancing $100 Billion Project Pipeline
A productive and forward-looking meeting was held with the Investment Board Nepal (IBN) focused on advancing the $100 Billion Project Pipeline, a key pillar in driving Nepal toward a $100 billion economy.
CNI Signs MoU with National Statistics Office to Strengthen Economic Data Systems
Kathmandu. The Confederation of Nepalese Industries (CNI) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the National Statistics Office (NSO) to enhance the collection, analysis, research, and policy formulation of reliable data related to Nepal’s national economy. Read More
Third Pole Series
Third Pole Initiative, with its private sector partner CNI, organized the seventh session of the Third Pole Series on 30th April, Thursday. The session was titled, “Building Energy Efficiency: Key takeaways for the Nepalese private sector” and Mr. Suyesh Prajapati, Program Director of MinErgy was the resource person. He presented the importance of energy efficiency in buildings like hotels, hospitals and offices, and ongoing works with the government and other stakeholders from the private sector. He stressed that the core principle of building energy efficiency lies in the wellbeing of people using the building services. Mr. Raju Dali also presented his experience of building an energy efficient house. The session was attended by over 20 participants coming from factories, shopping complexes, architects, and other concerned stakeholders from the private sector. Read More