| 1:30 pm | Conclave Registration |
| 2:15 pm | Everyone is seated |
| 3:00 - 3:10 pm | Welcome and Opening Remarks Mr. Kailash Sirohiya, Chairman, Kantipur Media Group |
| 3:10 - 3:30 pm | Keynote Speech
Ms. Idah P. Riddihough, Country Director for Maldives, nepal and Sri Lanka, World Bank |
| 3:30 - 3:50 pm | Keynote Speech Mr. Sandip Ghose, Executive Director, MP Birla Cement |
| 3:50 - 4:20 pm | Keynote Speech Rt. Hon. Prime Minister K. P. Sharma Oli |
| 4:20 - 4:50 pm | Tea Break |
| 4:50 - 5:50 pm | Key Session: Youth for Nepal This session will bring together youths who will share stories of their achievements in diverse sectors. Besides inspiring the audience with their success stories, their optimistic take on the changing business prospects and insights on the untapped opportunities in Nepal will rouse other Nepali youths too. Speakers:
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| 8:00 am | Conclave Registration |
| 8:30 am | Everyone is seated |
| 8:45 - 9:45 am | Session - Towards 2030
Even with Nepal facing social uncertainties amid its transitional phase, harboring a hope for its bright future and its target of becoming middle-income nation is not that far-fetched. In addition to the hundreds of thousands of people actively contributing towards nation-building, there is also a strong potential for sectors to work towards a common goal-by recognizing cross-cutting agendas and common targets. This session will discuss the varying dimensions of social and economic development that employ a comprehensive and balanced approach and ensures progress and long-term accountability. Speakers:
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| 9:45 - 10:45 am | Tourism - From Product to Experience
Nepal has long been a destination for travellers seeking adventure and spirituality. On average, the tourism sector contributes up to 5 percent of the nation's total foreign exchange reserves annually, and it is the largest service industry in Nepal. In the current climate of increasing demand for quality and affordable services, emerging ventures have revolutionised travel experience, while also contributing to local economies. This session will discuss the untapped prospects of tourism in Nepal and the unexplored benefits of including local communities in tourism ventures. Speakers:
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| 10:45 - 11:00 am | Break |
| 11:00 - 12:00 pm | Where is the money?
Jim Rogers, a prominent American investor, once said, "If you were smart in 1807, you moved to London, if you were smart in 1907, you moved to New York, and if you are smart in 2007, you move to Asia." Investments in small Asian frontier markets have proven to have a promising future. Nepal has become one such hub--as a result of its rapid urbanisation and development; and it promises large investment opportunities. The speakers in this session, which will revolve around chasing investments, will shed light on Nepal's untapped business areas and on how they can contribute to the nation's growth. Speakers:
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| 12:00 - 12:30 pm | Nepal in the Global Stage
In conversation with the Minister of Finance and Minister of Foreign Affairs of Nepal. Speakers:
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| 12:30 - 1:30 pm | Lunch Break |
| 1:30 - 2:45 pm | मुख्य मन्त्रीहरुसँग मुखामुख
Amid the confusion in the power distribution, implementation of federalism has also inflicted conflict between the center and province. Further, the situation could prolong without the proper legal provision. Although there have been few bilateral dialogues between the chief ministers and the prime minister, the discourse is yet to be held in a public forum. This session will be a platform to dwell upon the problems, concerns and potentials of the states as well as the chief ministers. In conversation with Provincial Chief Ministers Speakers:
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| 2:45 pm | Closing Remarks
Mr. Rajnish Rikhy, Business Director, Kantipur Media Group |
| 8:00 am | Conclave Registration |
| 8:30 am | Everyone is seated |
| 8:45 - 9:45 am | Session- फर्केर के पाइन्छ ?
In pursuit of a better future, millions of Nepalis have migrated to the Gulf and developing countries. Lately, many migrants are starting to return home to utilize their accumulated capital and skills to start new businesses—everything from poultry and livestock rearing to hospitality and Information Technology. This session will delve into why they are returning home and the benefits of doing so, and it will also feature dialogues and interactions with returnees. Speakers:
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| 9:45 - 10:45 am | महिला पुरुषको दाजोमा कहिले ?
Around the world, although traditional norms still play a large role in perpetuating gender biases and stereotypes, more women are taking on leading roles and taking up decision-making positions. With global campaigns such as HeForShe, the role played by men in empowering women and in building a more just society is gradually being recognised too. This session will attempt to challenge the misconceptions regarding feminism and underscore the importance of the roles played by both men and women in establishing a pathway to reaching a gender-equal society. Speakers:
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| 10:45 - 11:00 am | Break |
| 11:00 - 12:00 pm | पौरखी प्रवासी र मूलदेश
How can the Nepali diaspora, who have excelled in the international platform through their diligence, skill and talent, contribute in the economic development and prosperity of Nepal? This session will engage with non-resident Nepalis, the Nepali diaspora and experts who have conducted insightful studies in their respective sectors. Speakers:
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| 12:00 - 12:30 pm | Can Nepal Do IT?
Information Technology has transformed our lives, owing to the ubiquity of its adoption by a wide range of sectors. But while the global market embarked on modernisation years ago, Nepal has been a late bloomer in the IT field. IT has penetrated every field, and businesses today have become increasingly dependent on IT to ensure growth. This session will thus dwell upon the IT sector’s emergence in Nepal, and the challenges the sector needs to overcome--for which it will need to come up with strategies informed by a long-term vision. Speakers:
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| 12:30 - 1:30 pm | Lunch Break |
| 1:30 - 2:45 pm | मुख्य मन्त्रीहरुसँग मुखामुख
Amid the confusion in the power distribution, implementation of federalism has also inflicted conflict between the center and province. Further, the situation could prolong without the proper legal provision. Although there have been few bilateral dialogues between the chief ministers and the prime minister, the discourse is yet to be held in a public forum. This session will be a platform to dwell upon the problems, concerns and potentials of the states as well as the chief ministers. In conversation with Provincial Chief Ministers Speakers:
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| 2:45 pm | Closing Remarks
Mr. Rajnish Rikhy, Business Director, Kantipur Media Group |