This theme covers work on the sources of long-term prosperity, and on removing the most binding policy obstacles. Topics include economic growth, trade, investment, public finance, migration, entrepreneurship, and institutions.
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This theme covers work on expanding human potentials by augmenting capabilities. Topics include education, skills, health, nutrition, social protection, human deprivation and inequities.
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This theme covers work on minimizing threats to future prosperity while reorienting development paradigms. Topics include climate change, disaster mitigation, conservation, green infrastructure and urbanization.
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Latest Publication
AI Education Policy: Strategies to Balance Digital Equity, Pedagogical Integrity, and Workforce Alignment for Nepali’s Higher Education
Archives Jeffrey Ren Year: 2026 The research work presented here is part of the assignments undertaken by summer interns at IIDS. The viewpoints and findings expressed are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the official position of the institution. The summer interns were free to express their …
View MoreRe-Engineering the Digital Assembly: Strategic Fiscal Interventions for Gender Parity in Nepal’s Technology Sector
Archives Nina Appicello Year: 2026 The research work presented here is part of the assignments undertaken by summer interns at IIDS. The viewpoints and findings expressed are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the official position of the institution. The summer interns were free to express their …
View MoreStreamlining Citizenship Rulings and NRN Status for the Gurkha Diaspora
Archives Erik Fagerstrom Year: 2026 The research work presented here is part of the assignments undertaken by summer interns at IIDS. The viewpoints and findings expressed are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the official position of the institution. The summer interns were free to express their …
View MoreCost Efficiency of Nepal’s Commercial Banks Since and Its Determinates
Archives Bayne Nobili Year: 2026 The research work presented here is part of the assignments undertaken by summer interns at IIDS. The viewpoints and findings expressed are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the official position of the institution. The summer interns were free to express their …
View MoreDeterminants of Inflation in Nepal: A Comparative Analysis of Indian Price Transmission and Domestic Factors
Archives Shashwat Pokharel Year: 2026 The research work presented here is part of the assignments undertaken by summer interns at IIDS. The viewpoints and findings expressed are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the official position of the institution. The summer interns were free to express their …
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Events
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Beyond the Classroom: Education, Research & Social Transformation
IIDS hosted Dr. Shabnam Koirala Azad, Dean of the School of Education and Professor of International Multicultural Education at the University of San Francisco,...
IIDS Retreat 2026
The IIDS Retreat 2026, held on 9–10 October in Godawari, brought fresh perspectives, meaningful conversations, and moments of fun and connection. From reflecting on...
Niti Daudaha | Engaging the Private Sector
As part of its flagship नीति दौडाहा initiative, IIDS hosted Mr. Siddhartha SJB Rana and his team for a dialogue on Nepal’s economic future...