Nepal’s LDC graduation in 2026 may disrupt employment, with up to 132,000 jobs at risk, according to the ILO.
Manufacturing, especially garments, will be most affected, with women disproportionately impacted.
Industry leaders cite policy gaps and weak infrastructure as key constraints.
Calls for reforms, including the Green Garment Village, are growing.Nepal’s LDC graduation in 2026 may disrupt employment, with up to 132,000 jobs at risk, according to the ILO.
Manufacturing, especially garments, will be most affected, with women disproportionately impacted.
Industry leaders cite policy gaps and weak infrastructure as key constraints.
Calls for reforms, including the Green Garment Village, are growing.
