KATHMANDU, Nov 5: The Nepal Infrastructure Summit 2026 is set to be held in Kathmandu on December 9-10, with the objective of attracting domestic and foreign investment in infrastructure.
The conference, being organized jointly by the Government of Nepal, the Confederation of Nepalese Industries (CNI), the Ministry of Infrastructure Development, and the Federation of Contractors' Associations of Nepal (FCAN), will also involve the participation of the Investment Board of Nepal and various private sector organizations.
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Being held under the theme "Building Infrastructure for a Resilient Future," the conference will feature discussions on necessary policy and legal reforms for infrastructure development, investment opportunities, and challenges related to project implementation, according to the CNI.
Plans are in place to present approximately three dozen bankable (investment-ready) projects during the two-day event. So far, 23 projects have already been identified. The organizers have stated that discussions will cover 12 sectors, including energy, transportation, and urban development.
The conference will also include presentations on the national infrastructure blueprint, the development plan for the next decade, and an investment-friendly legal framework. Furthermore, the event aims to facilitate the signing of investment agreements for potential projects.