Sudan Kandel-Reporter
Kathmandu, May 14, 2026 — The World Bank has expressed interest in increasing investment and cooperation in Nepal’s education sector, particularly in school development and educational infrastructure.
During a courtesy meeting with Minister for Education, Science and Technology Sasm it Pokharel at the ministry on Thursday, David Sislen, the World Bank’s Country Director for Nepal, conveyed the institution’s interest in further supporting the country’s education sector.
During the meeting, Minister Pokharel briefed the Country Director on the ministry’s current priorities. He said the government is focusing on developing educational infrastructure, strengthening foundational learning, and expanding digitalization and the use of technology in education.
The meeting focused on potential areas of collaboration between the government and the World Bank to improve educational facilities and strengthen the quality and accessibility of education in Nepal.
