Economic experts warn that a potential war between the US and Iran could severely disrupt Nepal’s economy, especially through reductions in remittances.
Analysts have raised concerns over the economic stability of Nepal in case of an escalation into war between the United States and Iran. Given Nepal’s heavy reliance on remittances sent home by its overseas workers, particularly those employed in the Middle East, any conflict that threatens regional security and employment could drastically reduce these vital inflows. Remittances constitute a significant portion of Nepal’s GDP, supporting household consumption and development activities nationwide. The threat of conflict could disrupt employment opportunities for Nepali migrant workers, leading to decreased remittance flows and thereby imperiling economic growth and social stability. Policymakers are urged to prepare contingency plans to mitigate these potential adverse effects, emphasizing the importance of diversifying Nepal’s economic dependencies and protecting the welfare of overseas workers.
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