Month: December 2024

Dr. Dilli Raj Khanal, a former Member of the Parliament and National Planning Commission has continuously engaged in research, teaching and social works after earning his PhD in 1986. He teaches International Political Economy to PhD students at the Department of International Relations and Diplomacy, TU. He is the founder Chairman of the Institute for […]

United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres appointed Hanaa Singer-Hamdy of Egypt as the United Nations Resident Coordinator in Nepal, with the host Government’s approval. She took up her post on 1 January. Ms. Singer-Hamdy has worked for close to 30 years across development and humanitarian contexts at various senior management and strategic leadership roles. She served […]

Dr. Trachtman is Professor of International Law at The Fletcher School of Law and Diplomacy. Recent books include “Advanced Introduction to International Trade Law” (Elgar 2020), “Collected Essays: Trade Law, Domestic Regulation, and Development” (World Scientific 2015), “The Future of International Law: Global Government” (Cambridge 2013), “The Tools of Argument” (Createspace 2013),” The International Law […]

Secretary Mr. Madhu Kumar Marasini is an accomplished civil servant with over 30 years of experience across Government of Nepal, in the World Bank Group, and diplomatic missions.  Trained as an international and development economist, his distinguished career  expands over economic development, fiscal policy reform,  international aid negotiation, development finance mobilization,  climate finance, international trade, […]

Dr. Vaidya is the Joint Secretary and Division Chief of the Food Security and Food Technology Division under Nepal’s Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock Development since September 2024. She previously served as Director General of the Department of Food Technology and Quality Control (DFTQC) in two terms (2019–2020 and 2021–2024) and was the Province Secretary […]

Mohit  is a visionary leader with over 14 years of expertise in sales and corporate affairs, driving Chakr Innovation’s mission to combat air pollution and promote sustainable solutions. As the head of Corporate Affairs, he has been instrumental in aligning the organization’s strategies with environmental regulations and advancing its leadership in clean energy and air […]

Ms. Neelu Thapa is a seasoned policy researcher with over two decades of experience in areas such as international trade, food security and livelihoods, and gender and trade. She has authored numerous publications on topics including gender, trade, and post-disaster reconstruction. Affiliated with SAWTEE since 2002 in various capacities, Ms. Thapa currently serves as a […]

Dr.Kerdlap is the founder and managing director of PXP Sustainability, a consultancy that conducts research and analysis and organizes events to assist businesses, non-profit organizations, and development agencies in Asia measure sustainability and create insights to support decision-making, planning, and advocacy. He has ten years of experience in life cycle assessment, circular economy, and clean energy […]

Mr. Kafle (M Phil in natural resource management) is currently working as thematic lead for resilience and climate justice in Oxfam Nepal. He brings almost two decades experience on food security and rural resilient livelihoods, climate change and disaster risk reduction and community mobilization and capacity building. As a development practitioner, he worked in different […]

Ms. Bashyal is a dedicated policy professional with extensive experience in research, policy development, and strategic initiatives. She has led impactful research projects addressing electoral disinformation, digital media literacy, and local revenue mobilization. She spearheaded a GIZ-funded study on conflicts of interest in the executive branch and co-authored multiple policy briefs to influence evidence-based policymaking. Ms. […]