| Author | Shakya, Parmita |
| Note | A project submitted in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the
degree of master of business administration
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| Publisher | Asian Institute of Technology |
| Abstract | Nepal’s geography is a contradiction. In one hand it is a land-locked nation with no access to sea ports, on the other hand it sleeps comfortably between the two economic giants: China and India. Historically, India has been Nepal’s biggest trading partner. This has come with advantages and disadvantages. For example, during a political dispute with India, all borders were closed, plunging Nepal into deep scarcity of basic necessities like food and daily essentials. On the other hand, Nepal for a certain period has enjoyed unrestrained access to India’s vast market. Diplomatic relations with China were only established in 1950s, but trade within the last 10 years has picked up considerably. While goods manufactured in Nepal are not as competitive as those manufactured in China, Nepal can compete in service sectors such as tourism. There is also potential for Nepal to develop as a transit state between India and China. Both India and China consider Nepal important for security and geopolitical reasons and if the political situation and investment climate is conducive the potential for growth and development through trade is plausible. |
| Year | 2011 |
| Type | Project |
| School | School of Management (SOM) |
| Department | Other Field of Studies (No Department) |
| Academic Program/FoS | Master of Business Administration (MBA) (Publication code=SM) |
| Chairperson(s) | Winai Wongsurawat; |
| Examination Committee(s) | Donyaprueth Krairit;Dimmitt, Nicholas J. ; |