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Nepali Youth's Abroad Education Trend Fuels National Concerns, EU Ambassadors Meet Education Minister

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A significant trend of Nepali youth pursuing education abroad is raising concerns about the nation's development and skilled manpower shortage, while European Union (EU) Ambassadors met with the Education Minister to discuss educational and cultural ties. The EU countries are noted as key destinations for Nepali students, with ambassadors reaffirming support for academic exchanges.

• The increasing number of students leaving Nepal after completing secondary education is leading to shortages in skilled manpower across various sectors, including industries, education, healthcare, and business.
• Nepal invests in educating its youth, but developed countries benefit from their knowledge and skills as many educated professionals choose not to return.
• The trend of studying abroad is seen as a culture among young Nepalis, with families believing it guarantees a better future and offers international exposure and quality education.
• Educational consultancy entrepreneur Pujan Chamling has called for policy reforms and a business-friendly regulatory framework, criticizing government crackdown tactics that create fear and disrupt legitimate businesses.
• EU Ambassadors highlighted growing educational and cultural ties with Nepal and reaffirmed support for stronger academic and people-to-people exchanges during their meeting with Education Minister Sasmit Pokharel.