Nepal Development Research Institute

On the occasion of Hiroshima Day, Nepal Development Research Institute (NDRI), and Hiroshima University Scholars’ Alumni Nepal (HiUSAN), in collaboration with the Institute of Foreign Affairs (IFA), organized a special event titled “Nuclear Science and Technology for Peace and Development” on 6th August 2025 at the IFA premises in Tripureshwor, Kathmandu.

The program brought together high-level officials, diplomats, scientists, entrepreneurs, media representatives, and other distinguished participants to reflect on the significance of nuclear science for peaceful purposes, particularly in the context of Nepal. The event was chaired by Dr. Ranjan Prakash Shrestha, Chairperson of HiUSAN. Mr. Gokarna Mani Duwadi, Secretary at the Ministry of Home Affairs, served as the Chief Guest, and Mr. Gyan B. Magar, Joint Secretary at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs as the Guest of Honor. The highlight of the event was a video message from Prof. Dr. Shinji Kaneko of Hiroshima University, and keynote presentations by Dr. Jaya Kumar Gurung, Senior Research Scientist, NDRI, and Ambassador Prakash Kumar Suvedi, Executive Director of IFA.

Remarks were shared by key stakeholders reflecting their organizational expertise in the field of nuclear technology.

Nepal Academy of Science and Technology (NAST)

On July 11, 2025, Nepal Development Research Institute (NDRI) in collaboration with Resources Himalaya Foundation hosted the 222nd Contemporary Policy Dialogue on “Nepal's Foreign and Labor Relations with Middle Eastern Countries: Context and Strategic Direction”.

Former Ambassador to Saudi Arabia, Mr. Nawaraj Subedi, shared insights on strengthening Nepal's labor diplomacy, respecting migrant workers, and recognizing their contributions, especially in Gulf countries that contribute over 50% of Nepal’s remittance.

https://youtu.be/dcomFtP8HZ8?si=XtLvBmJlOBaGqPHw

222nd Episode of Contemporary Policy Dialogue Series Topic: “मध्यपूर्वी देशहरूसँग नेपालको वैदेशिक तथा श्रम सम्बन्ध सन्दर्भ र रणनीतिक दिशा”Key Speaker: Mr. Nawaraj Subedi, Former Ambassador

At NDRI, we embraced the spirit of Shrawan by donning vibrant shades of green, a beautiful way to celebrate tradition, positivity, and togetherness!
From bangles to outfits, the green glow lit up our workplace with joy and color.