Author: Himalaya Post

Colombo Mr. Chandi Raj Dhakal, President of the SAARC Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SAARC CCI), called on the Hon’ble Mr. Vijitha Herath, MP, Minister of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism of Sri Lanka, during his maiden visit to Sri Lanka since assuming the Presidency of SAARC CCI. Mr. Dhakal was accompanied by a high level business delegation comprising Dr. Rohitha Silva, President of the Federation of Chambers of Commerce and Industry of Sri Lanka (FCCISL) and Senior Vice President of SAARC CCI, Mr. Ruwan Edirisinghe, Former President, SAARC CCI, Mr. Ruwan De Silva, EC Member, SAARC CCI,...

Kathmandu – MetLife Foundation has awarded a grant of US$ 120,000 to WWF Nepal to implement the “Joint Efforts for Ecosystem, Wellbeing and Alternative Livelihoods of Local Communities Based on Nature (JEEWAN)” project in Rajapur Municipality, Bardiya District. The initiative will support marginalized Sonaha and Tharu communities living along the Lower Karnali River basin, where recurring floods, riverbank erosion, and declining fish populations continue to threaten livelihoods and food security. The one-year project is designed to strengthen climate resilience and improve economic opportunities for around 140 low-income households. WWF Nepal will implement nature-based solutions, including bio-dykes, green belts, and...

Kathmandu– SAARC Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SAARC CCI) President Chandi Raj Dhakal met with Sri Lanka’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism, Vijitha Herath, during his first official visit to Sri Lanka since assuming the presidency of the regional chamber. Leading a high-level business delegation, Dhakal briefed the minister on SAARC CCI’s efforts to strengthen regional trade, investment, and economic cooperation among SAARC member states. He highlighted the Chamber’s role in promoting private sector collaboration and fostering stronger business ties across South Asia. During the meeting, Dhakal urged Sri Lanka to support the convening of the...