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Nepal Finance Minister Swarnim Wagle Holds Press Conference Defending The 2026/27 Budget

Nepal's Finance Minister Swarnim Wagle addresses a press conference in Nepal on May 31, 2026, to discuss the first budget announced since the Gen-Z protest of last September and the formation of a new government under Balendra Shah's leadership. Nepal has presented a total budget of NRs 2.124 trillion for the fiscal year 2026/27, outlining major fiscal, tax, financial, and sectoral reforms aimed at boosting economic growth, improving public services, and attracting investment. The government has also set a revenue target of NRs 1.405 trillion for the upcoming fiscal year. (Photo by Subaas Shrestha/NurPhoto)

Photo ID	#13770738
Date Taken	31 May 2026
Location	N/A
Photographer	Subaas Shrestha/NurPhoto
Category	Politics
Copyright	© 2026 NurPhoto - Subaas Shrestha/NurPhoto

Small Group of People Look At Camera Waist Up Nepal Finance Minister Swarnim Wagle Press Conference Budget Gen-Z Protest Balendra Shah Government Fiscal Reforms Tax Reforms Financial Reforms Sectoral Reforms Economic Growth Public Services Investment Revenue Target Fiscal Year 2026/27 NRs 2.124 trillion NRs 1.405 trillion Subaas Shrestha