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KATHMANDU: The Ministry of Industry, Commerce, and Supplies, and Daayitwa signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to collaborate on issues related to economic growth and prosperity. This formal agreement marks a historic moment for institutionalising youth voices in strengthening Nepal’s governance system.
MoICS Under Secretary Arjun Sen Oli and Daayitwa Executive Director Susit Dhakal signed the MoU in the presence of MoICS Under Secretary Anusha Koirala and other officials of the ministry and representatives of Daayitwa.
As per the agreement, both parties will collaborate to research on issues related to youth employment, entrepreneurship and economic development, through programmes like Daayitwa Nepal Public Policy Fellowship. It further states collaboration and scaling up of entrepreneurship development programmes such as Daayitwa’s Rural Enterprise Acceleration Program (REAP). The agreement also mentions the capacity building of governmental officials, affiliated to the Ministry, through organisations related to the Daayitwa Abhiyan. Addressing the ceremony, MoICS Under Secretary Oli stated, "This partnership is an excellent opportunity with a huge impact potential and promotes hopefulness and optimism.”
Daayitwa Executive Director Dhakal said, "This marks an important milestone for Nepali youth and rural entrepreneurs to bolster innovation-led economic growth in Nepal. This partnership will create a strong foundation for inclusive prosperity through collaboration between the government and the community."
Daayitwa is a non-profit, non-governmental Nepali organisation that envisions an enterprising Nepal where everyone has opportunities for a prosperous future.
