The "Ideating @ IIDS" event, held on October 18, 2024, brought together over 40 participants and featured H.E. Dr. Thomas Prinz, the German Ambassador to Nepal, with Mr. Akhilesh Upadhyay, Senior Fellow at IIDS, moderating the session. The discussions focused on strengthening Nepal-Germany relations and collaboration in areas like renewable energy, sanitation, education, trade, and the environment.

Dr. Biswash Gauchan, Executive Director of IIDS, underscored the critical importance of regional integration for nations like Nepal, highlighting valuable lessons to be learned from Germany and the European Union. He emphasized the need for a stronger focus on technical education and reflected on enduring diplomatic ties between Nepal and Germany.

Dr. Thomas Prinz, in his address, explored the dynamic nature of economic cooperation, noting Germany's historical emphasis on renewable energy in Nepal and its current shift towards expanding household-level applications of clean energy. He elaborated on Germany's focus on technical education, the potential of Nepal's clean energy sector, opportunities for Nepali students in Germany, and Germany's investment strategies for Nepal, while also addressing the challenges faced by German investments in the country.

The event concluded with a positive outlook, expressing optimism for the continued deepening of bilateral cooperation between Nepal and Germany.