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Nepal’s recent sevenfold increase in foreign grant inflows—from Rs. 2.75 billion to Rs. 14.4 billion in the current fiscal year—signals…
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Effective Public Financial Management (PFM) is a critical determinant of a country’s fiscal stability, economic growth, and service delivery efficiency.…
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Inflation plays a crucial role in shaping government spending and overall public financial management. As inflation rises, the cost of…
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The COVID-19 pandemic created an unprecedented economic crisis, prompting governments worldwide to adopt stimulus measures to sustain businesses, support households,…
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Tax evasion remains a significant challenge for governments worldwide, depriving economies of vital revenues needed for public services. Countries like…
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