Kathmandu: Prime Minister Balendra Shah (Balen) is scheduled to hold a high-level dialogue with leading industrialists and business leaders today in an effort to revive Nepal's sluggish economy and rebuild confidence within the private sector.

The meeting will take place at the Office of the Prime Minister and Council of Ministers in Singha Durbar at 11:30 a.m.

Focus on Investment Climate and Economic Recovery
According to the Prime Minister's Press and Research Expert Deepa Dahal, the meeting will focus on the country's current economic situation, measures to create a more investment-friendly environment, and strengthening cooperation between the government and the private sector.

The discussion has been called to address the challenges facing businesses amid weak market demand and slowing economic activity.

Business Leaders to Represent Major Private Sector Bodies
Senior representatives from Nepal's three largest private sector umbrella organizations will participate in the meeting.

From the Federation of Nepalese Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FNCCI), President Anjan Shrestha and Industry Committee President Ujjwal Kumar Shrestha will attend.

Representing the Confederation of Nepalese Industries (CNI) will be outgoing President Rajesh Kumar Agrawal and Director General Dr. Ghanashyam Ojha.

The Nepal Chamber of Commerce (NCC) will be represented by President Kamlesh Kumar Agrawal and Senior Vice President Deepak Malhotra.

First Formal Collective Meeting Since Taking Office
This will be the first formal collective dialogue between Prime Minister Shah and the leadership of Nepal's major private sector organizations since the formation of the new government.

The meeting is being closely watched by the business community, which has been seeking stronger government engagement as businesses continue to grapple with declining consumer demand, reduced investment, and broader economic uncertainty.

Business leaders are expected to raise key concerns related to investment, industrial growth, policy stability, and measures needed to stimulate economic activity.