Opinion
Navigating An Uncharted, Unravelling World Order
The subject of decline of great powers, indeed of civilizations, has been of interest to many scholars; and it might be useful to focus on the gist of what they had to say before using those insights to try and make sense of the here and now.
By Dipak Gyawali Jun 19, 2025
Power Sector Uncertainties Tracking Peril And Paradoxes
Nepal is a vulnerable country from energy security perspective. However, there are bright aspects, too. Nepal should not be scared of wet season surplus power, blaming Run-of-River (ROR) projects for this scenario.
By Prabal Adhikari Jun 18, 2025
Former Ambassador To People’s Republic Of China Acharya's 'Diplomatic Diary': A Collection Of "Autobiography " Including Diplomacy
The book 'Diplomatic Diary' by former Nepali Ambassador Rajeshwor Acharya, covering various topics in the diplomatic field, including Nepal-China relations, was published in 2079 BS.
By Shanker Man Singh Jun 17, 2025
Approval of EIA-related First and Last Reports at Once
Furthermore, the budget speech provisions to arrange for 'not to conduct Supplementary EIA' (SuEIA) after the approval of the EIA on the possible decline or increase of 10 percent of the trees before (tree) cutting as a part of site clearance.
By Batu Uprety Jun 14, 2025
Nepal’s Real Battle: Strengthening Democracy From Within
Should Nepal blindly align based on political ideology alone? If an “autocratic” neighbor offers vital infrastructure development that can lift thousands out of poverty, should we refuse it on principle, even if “democratic” partners move slower or offer aid laden with conditions? Conversely, do we turn a blind eye to undemocratic behavior by a “democratic” ally when it suits their geopolitical aims but not ours? Young Nepalis are pragmatic.
By Suva BC Jun 09, 2025
Reclaiming Nepal’s Budget From Hidden Hands
Broker capitalism in Nepal operates not on competition, productivity, or value creation, but rather thrives on rent-seeking behavior, political patronage, and informal power networks. A defining characteristic of this system is its preference for trading over building.
By Dr.Prabin Manandhar Jun 07, 2025
Museum Communication: A Prospect and Practice
The International Council of Museums (ICOM) defines a museum as “a not-for-profit, permanent institution in the service of society that researches, collects, conserves, interprets, and exhibits tangible and intangible heritage.
By Om Prakash Ghimire Jun 04, 2025
Confronting Climate Extremes And Environmental Crises In Central Asia: Urgent Action To Strengthen Resilience, Resource Sustainability, And Regional Cooperation
Central Asia is facing a growing climate and environmental crisis with rapid glacier loss, water scarcity, land degradation, and extreme weather, threatening livelihoods, ecosystems, and stability. In response, countries have launched regional and national initiatives, supported by international organizations, to improve water management, combat desertification, adapt to glacier loss, reduce pollution, and enhance climate resilience. Still, urgent and scaled-up action is required to secure a sustainable future.
By Dr. Dhruba Gautam Jun 03, 2025
The Rise of Mediation Diplomacy – How Hong Kong’s IOMed Charts a New Path for a Multipolar World
The IOMed, headquartered in the refurbished Wan Chai Police Station (a fitting metaphor: turning a colonial-era symbol of authority into a temple of compromise), represents China’s answer to a world fatigued by Western-dominated legal institutions.
By Zakir Kibria May 28, 2025
The Emergence of Knowledge Hubs: Libraries Transformed for a More Intelligent World
A knowledge hub is more than just a collection of books or documents. It is a dynamic ecosystem created to gather, organize, store, share, and collaboratively generate knowledge across various fields, industries, and generations.
By Pushparaj Subedi May 22, 2025
Two Calls For Climate Action From Kathmandu
Speakers called, inter alia, for: (i) maintaining 1.50C target and/or limiting global temperature rise; (ii) building resilience and adaptation capacity; (iii) urgency for global and regional cooperation for mobilising climate finance, technology transfer, and capacity building; (iv) developing common understanding between upstream and downstream communities on mountain and coastal ecosystems; (v) strengthen cooperation and advocacy and explore joint adaptation and resilience strategies, along with financial and policy pathways, to support both mountain and island communities.
By Batu Uprety May 21, 2025
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