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The Bhotekoshi Floods and the Price of Climate Finance Delay

by Aakriti Bharati | September 21, 2026

The Bhotekoshi floods expose a global climate finance system that has failed Nepal on both delivery and speed, even though Nepal contributes almost nothing to the emissions driving the crisis. The disaster is a test case for climate justice, urging faster payouts, better risk assessment, and stronger domestic institutions to manage the funds Nepal does secure.

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Amid a new political mandate and an ambitious reform agenda, NEFport 65, titled ‘Doing Business in Nepal: Decoding the New Government’s Actions and What They Mean for Business,’ examines how the RSP-led government’s early actions, economic priorities, and record budget could shape Nepal’s business environment. Besides this, the NEFport spotlights key developments across multiple sectors from March 1, 2026 to May 31, 2026.

NEFport 65 | Doing Business in Nepal

Amid intensifying climate risks, shifting geopolitical dynamics, and evolving patterns of mobility and connectivity, NEFport 64, titled ‘Himalayan Future Forum 2026 Special: Climate, Community, and Connectivity in a Changing World,’ situates the Himalayan region at the center of global conversations on resilience, cooperation, and sustainable development. Drawing on insights from the Himalayan Future Forum 2026, the publication presents a multidimensional assessment of how climate security, community resilience, and strategic connectivity are shaping the regionโ€™s present and future trajectories. In addition, the NEFport spotlights key economic, policy, and sectoral developments from December 1, 2025 to February 28, 2026, with select sections covering updates through mid-March 2026.

NEFport 64

Amid surging global AI investments, evolving regulations, and geopolitical tensions, NEFport 63, titled ‘Artificial Intelligence in Nepal: Charting the Next Frontier,’ provides a multidimensional assessment of what it will take for Nepal to harness AI in a manner that is inclusive, secure, and economically sustainable. Besides this, the NEFport spotlights key developments in multiple sectors from September 1 to November 30, 2025.

NEFport 63