Nepal

Reporting and analysis from Nepal, in the Asia region.

The Economic Challenges Facing Nepal's New Generation
Asia

The Economic Challenges Facing Nepal's New Generation

Nepal's new generation is educated and connected but faces informal jobs, skills mismatches and rising costs. This analysis outlines the economic challenges and a possible reform agenda.

By FOTOLEXA Economy Desk · 2 September 2026 · 4 min read

The Future of Democracy in Nepal
Asia

The Future of Democracy in Nepal

After the 2025 uprising and the sweeping 2026 election, Nepal's democracy faces defining questions about institutions, accountability, federalism and whether public trust can finally be rebuilt.

By FOTOLEXA Politics Desk · 18 August 2026 · 5 min read

Why Young Nepalis Continue to Seek Employment Abroad
Asia

Why Young Nepalis Continue to Seek Employment Abroad

More than 2,000 Nepalis leave daily on labour permits, and remittances reach about 26 percent of GDP. This explainer examines why young people continue to seek work abroad.

By FOTOLEXA Economy Desk · 5 August 2026 · 4 min read

The Future of Hindu Nationalism in South Asian Politics
Asia

The Future of Hindu Nationalism in South Asian Politics

Religious identity plays a growing role in South Asian politics, from India to Nepal's debate over secularism. This analysis compares national contexts and the institutions that set limits.

By FOTOLEXA Editorial Desk · 10 July 2026 · 4 min read

Can Nepal Build a More Accountable Political System?
Asia

Can Nepal Build a More Accountable Political System?

Nepal has anti-corruption laws and agencies, yet accountability often stalls around the powerful. What institutions, party reforms and civic habits would make it routine across Nepal.

By FOTOLEXA Politics Desk · 7 July 2026 · 5 min read

The Human Cost of Nepal's Political Unrest
Asia

The Human Cost of Nepal's Political Unrest

At least seventy-six people were killed and more than two thousand five hundred wounded in Nepal's September 2025 unrest. This explainer examines the human cost and the unfinished search for accountability.

By FOTOLEXA Editorial Desk · 2 July 2026 · 5 min read

The Role of Social Media in Nepal's Political Mobilization
Asia

The Role of Social Media in Nepal's Political Mobilization

Nepal's September 2025 social media ban triggered protests that changed the government. This analysis explores how TikTok, Discord and other platforms reshaped political mobilisation nationwide.

By FOTOLEXA Asia Desk · 15 June 2026 · 4 min read