Institute for Integrated Development Studies - IIDS

22/04/2026

The IIDS delegation, led by Executive Chair - Dr. Biswash Gauchan, presented and officially handed over its White Paper 2026 and Development Strategy to Honorable Finance Minister Swarnim Waglé and senior secretaries at the Ministry of Finance — a substantive engagement on what it genuinely takes to build Nepal's next economy.
The presentation offered a clear-eyed diagnosis of Nepal's New Normal and, against that backdrop, laid out a credible roadmap to Vision 2100 — an evidence-anchored strategy to reach a USD 100 billion economy and upper-middle-income status within a generation.
Stay tuned for the event report.

17/04/2026

As Nepal accelerates its digital transformation journey, IIDS remains committed to ensuring that people stay at the center of this transition.

Building on our work in digital and human capital, our recent Human Capital in the Age of AI dialogue focused on the implications of AI — on how skills are being reshaped, how human capital is adapting, and where policy needs to be reshaped.

Here is what some of our speakers had to say.

16/04/2026

*IIDS Niti Daudaha Goes Global*

As part of its flagship Niti Daudaha initiative, IIDS is expanding its policy dialogue to the global Nepali diaspora.

Following the presentation of Nepal’s White Paper and Development Strategy to the Government of Nepal on 21 April 2026, IIDS Chair Dr. Biswash Gauchan will engage with influential diaspora communities across the United States on the theme:

“Next Nepal Under New Normal.”
New York | Boston | Washington DC | Denver | Silicon Valley
23 April – 3 May 2026

These dialogues aim to bring global Nepali perspectives into shaping Nepal’s next phase of economic transformation.

15/04/2026

Big day for the GYAN Teaching Fellowship!

Our partner schools officially signed MoUs with IIDS, with education officers from respective municipalities joining as witnesses. The day also brought together fellows, school principals, and education officers for a meaningful meet-and-greet where expectations were shared, questions were asked, and connections were built.

Shree Bajrabarahi Secondary School
NamunaMachhindra
Niketan Secondary School
Secondary School
Secondary School

15/04/2026

IIDS had the pleasure of hosting a delegation from the Oxford Diplomatic Society for a knowledge sharing session on IIDS' work on Economic Diplomacy, the Nepali Diaspora, and the GYAN Innovation Hub, and a discussion on contemporary issues on the political economy.

Stay tuned to learn more on IIDS' work and partnerships.

15/04/2026

As Nepal enters a new era of governance and diplomacy, A Life in Public Service: Nepal from Autocracy to Democracy should be essential reading for students of political science, economics and foreign affairs who can gain a fresh perspective on the country’s trajectory.

A compelling reminder that understanding our past is key to shaping our future.

How to win friends and influence nationsTranslation of Bhekh Bahadur Thapa’s memoir offers an insider perspective on government and diplomacy12 April 2026Pratibha Tuladhar0 58 YEARS AGO: King Mahendra listening to Bhekh Bahadur Thapa in 1968 at the inauguration of the National Insurance Company wh...

14/04/2026

IIDS warmly welcomes the Oxford Diplomatic Society (ODS)! By bringing together two dedicated institutions, this partnership aims to strengthen leadership and global connections. Through shared learning and practical insights, we hope to empower the next generation of leaders.

10/04/2026

07/04/2026

Today, we successfully concluded “Human Capital in the Age of AI: A Dialogue for Nepal,” a timely conversation on workforce, education, and the future of human potential in a rapidly changing digital environment.

We are grateful to our speakers, panelists, and participants for their valuable contributions to this conversation.

Stay tuned for updates on human capital and digital transformation in Nepal.

03/04/2026

Meet the panelists joining our dialogue on AI, workforce, and the future of human capital in Nepal.

03/04/2026

IIDS brings together leading voices on AI, economics, and workforce development for “Human Capital in the Age of AI” dialogue.

Meet the presenters shaping the conversation.

31/03/2026

AI is reshaping economies, labor markets, and the future of work - faster than most education systems can adapt. For Nepal, this is both a challenge and a narrow window of opportunity.

Join us for "Human Capital in the Age of AI: A Dialogue for Nepal" that brings together policymakers, educators, researchers, and private sector voices to explore what an AI-ready workforce looks like for Nepal, and what it will take to build one.

📅 April 7, 2026 | 11:00–13:00 | IIDS Campus

This is an invite-only event with limited seats, so please register at the earliest to secure a spot!

Registration Link: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/HGPekqab24