Ep: 395 | Nepal’s Economic Crisis: Rameshore Khanal on Reforms, Banks & Foreign Investment

In this exclusive interview, former Finance Secretary Rameshwor Khanal breaks down Nepal’s current economic crisis and the findings of the High-Level Commission on Economic Reforms. He discusses why businesses are struggling, how government policies affect businesses in Nepal, and the reality behind foreign investment in Nepal. With Nepal’s stock market analysis showing instability and major infrastructure projects facing challenges, Khanal provides expert insights into the public vs private sector role in economic recovery. We also explore how global economy effects on Nepal are shaping our financial future and whether foreign aid is truly benefiting Nepal’s development. A major highlight of the discussion is the banking crisis in Nepal 2025, as well as concerns surrounding Nepal’s cooperative sector problems—are banks really safe? Additionally, Khanal sheds light on the rising trend of study abroad in Nepal and how it’s affecting our economy. We also talk about the future of cryptocurrency in Nepal, including Nepal Rastra Bank’s plan to launch a digital currency. Lastly, we expose the truth about lifetime facilities for government officials in Nepal and whether reforms are possible. Timestamps: 0:00 Report of High-Level Commission on Economic Reforms 7:04 Where the Government Failed 11:16 Shops getting closed? 15:47 Growth Rates & Infrastructure Projects 22:24 Private & Public Sectors 25:17 Foreign Investment 28:26 Effect of Global Economics 32:29 Foreign Aid 34:13 Tech Industry & Isolated Economy 39:58 Cryptocurrency 46:48 Cooperative Issue 50:19 Banks 53:30 Abroad Migration Affecting Economy? 57:32 Rise in Abroad Study 1:00:03 Lifetime Facilities for Government Officials 1:04:55 Report on Economic Reforms Recommend us Guests for the Podcast: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FA... For Business Enquiries: [email protected] PODCAST LINKS : Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6rnayy7... Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/np/podcast... Google Podcast: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0... Instagram:   / sushantpradhanpodcast   SPONSOR : The Physique Workshop: http://thephysiqueworkshop.com Conversations spark ideas and ideas lead to actions that drive the growth of society. I believe long and unfiltered deep conversation is a lost art in this nearly perfectly presented world. And this is my attempt to have real conversations with real minds and present them to you. The goal is to learn from the greatest minds and take you on the journey. Do subscribe if you feel this would add value to your life. MY SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS : My Website: http://sushantpradhan.com Instagram:   / sushant_pradhan_   Twitter :   / sushant_tpw   Facebook:   / sushantpradhantpw   Tiktok :   / sushant_pradhan_   DISCLAIMER: The views, information, or opinions expressed in the YouTube Channel and Podcast are solely the views of the individuals involved and by no means represent absolute facts. Opinions expressed by the host and guests can change at any time. !! Reproduction of this video or content is strictly prohibited. If done, it may lead to legal action !! TEAM MEMBERS: HOST: Sushant Pradhan PRODUCER: Biraj Neupane EDITOR: Swahel Subedi SHORTS EDITOR: Arjun Tiruwa SOCIAL MEDIA: Luniba Innovations