Kathmandu, Aug. 16 -- Nepal's export of high-value goods grew by just 3.16 percent in the last fiscal year compared to the previous fiscal data, sharply contrasting with overall export growth of 13.81 percent during the period.

Exports of products listed under the Nepal Trade Integrated Strategy (NTIS) 2023 reached Rs104.62 billion in the last fiscal year, up marginally from Rs101.41 billion in the fiscal 2024-25.

The government identifies these products as having high export potential and has sought to promote them to diversify exports and boost foreign exchange earnings.

The government introduced the revised NTIS 2023, replacing the NTIS 2016, to boost exports and support Nepal's graduation from the least developed country category. ...