Surendra Pandey

Gandaki Province Chief Minister Surendra Pandey emphasized the need for Nepal to adopt balanced diplomacy in the face of current global political instability, stating that international conflicts directly impact the world's social and economic sectors. He stressed that maintaining economic, social, and political stability through such diplomacy is crucial for Nepal amidst rapid global changes, and called for unity to protect national interests.

Finance Minister Swarnim Wagle consulted nine former finance ministers in Kathmandu regarding the upcoming fiscal year's budget preparation. He stated that the budget aims to improve living standards based on good governance and incorporate their experience and recommendations.