Finance Minister Consults Former Ministers on Upcoming Budget

Kathmandu. Finance Minister Dr. Swarnim Wagle, who is in the final stages of preparing the budget for the upcoming fiscal year, has sought suggestions from former finance ministers for the new budget.

On Thursday, in a special program, Finance Minister Dr. Wagle brought together 8 former finance ministers to discuss their experiences and the priorities of the new budget.

Initiating the suggestion collection program, Finance Minister Dr. Wagle pledged to follow the good experiences and programs of the former ministers in the new budget.

“We are preparing to bring a budget that will improve the living standards of all Nepalis by building on the foundation of good governance,” said Dr. Wagle. “Regardless of the political situation, the objective of all of you has always been to do good for the country and the people. We will move forward in the direction of achieving prosperity through this system by following the path shown and the good work done by our elders.”

Former finance ministers participating in the discussion gave important suggestions on the size of the budget, revenue targets, cutting unnecessary expenses, infrastructure development, and boosting the morale of the private sector.

What suggestions did each former finance minister give?

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