Kathmandu December 19
The Governance Lab (Govlab) has successfully concluded the National Governance Symposium 2023.
Set against the backdrop of Nepal’s major milestones, including its graduation from Least Developed Country status, the National Governance Symposium 2023 brought together key stakeholders in the nation’s federal transition. The event was organised in collaboration with Daayitwa and Nepal Leadership Academy.
The theme for the symposium was Governance Innovations for Inclusive Development, which featured thought-provoking sessions concentrating on political, economic, and social inclusion from distinguished dignitaries and experts who emphasised innovative prospects and interventions for inclusion and collaborative governance approaches in Nepal.
“The National Governance Symposium 2023 is a platform that brings together diverse voices from Nepal’s development sector”, said Pukar Malla, Chairperson of Governance Lab. He further said that events like these play a pivotal role in bridging the possible gaps between policymakers, the executors, and the public which contributes to identifying practical solutions and pathways for inclusive development”
The symposium witnessed participation from personalities, including representatives from academia, bureaucratic offices, federal ministries, local government, development organisations, entrepreneurs, and think tanks who provided perspectives on governance innovations for inclusive development.
“The event is aimed at celebrating achievements and fostering collaborations among various stakeholders for inclusive development in Nepal’s federal transition,” Nisha Onta, Executive Director of Governance Lab.
Building on the theme, Innovations for Inclusive Development, the symposium’s second day held a series of engaging sessions to identify innovative solutions for inclusive development in Nepal.
With insightful discussions and thought-provoking sessions, the National Governance Symposium 2023 provided a platform for collaboration and knowledge-sharing.
