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Nepal migrant workers
Nepalis Stuck in the Russian Army: A Familiar Tale for Nepal
By Rishi Gupta
Once again, Kathmandu finds itself ill-equipped to defend the interests of its citizens abroad.
As Former Maoist Combatants Join Russian Forces, Nepal’s Maoist PM Is in a Quandary
By Birat Anupam
PM Puspa Kamal Dahal has been unable to prevent Nepalis from enlisting to fight in Russia’s war in Ukraine.
Qatar Police Recruit Nepali Citizens, Leaving Kathmandu Out of the Loop
By Arun Budhathoki
There is an urgent need for Nepal to sign a formal agreement with Qatar in order to safeguard the interests of its workers in that country.
COVID-19: Nepal in Crisis
By Peter Gill
The coronavirus crisis has brought to the fore -- and exacerbated -- a number of the Nepali state’s long-standing weaknesses.
Does COVID-19 Portend Dark Days in Nepal’s Future?
By David Johnson
With a global economic slow-down and potentially millions of foreign workers returning home, Nepal could be on the brink of a humanitarian catastrophe.
Coronavirus Severs Nepal’s Economic Lifeline
By Peter Gill
Amid the COVID-19 crisis, Nepal is losing its lifeline: international labor migration.
The Nepalis Fighting America’s Wars
By Peter Gill
Two new books examine the role of third-country nationals, especially Nepalis, in the defense contracting industry.
Nepal’s Desperate Race to Rebuild
By Peter Gill
Saddled with debt and deadlines, Nepal’s earthquake victims scramble to rebuild their homes.
Almond Orchards in Everest’s Shadow
By Peter Gill
A look at changing mountain livelihoods in Nepal.
Nepal’s Disaster Resilience Is a Structural Issue
By Asit K. Biswas and Kris Hartley
The country faces a mammoth task building economic, social, and political stability.
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