Human Capital in the Age of AI: Is Nepal Ready For the Future of Work?
1st April 2026, Kathmandu
As Artificial Intelligence (AI) moves from science fiction to a staple of the global economy, the conversation around human capital has never been more critical.
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For emerging economies like Nepal, the stakes are particularly high. While AI offers a “productivity-driven growth dividend” potentially adding 2% to annual GDP growth, it also threatens to widen the gap between those with digital access and those without.
To address these challenges, the Institute for Integrated Development Studies (IIDS) is hosting a high-level dialogue to bridge the gap between technological advancement and workforce readiness.
The AI Shift: Opportunities and Vulnerabilities for Nepalese Workers
The rapid integration of AI is reshaping skills demand across all sectors. While global investment in AI-led innovation is skyrocketing, the benefits remain unevenly distributed. In Nepal, certain sectors ranging from agriculture in the Terai to the growing IT services hub in Kathmandu stand at a crossroads.
Key Focus Areas of the Dialogue:
Identifying Vulnerable Sectors: Which Nepalese occupations are most at risk of AI-driven disruption?
The Skills Gap: Assessing the distance between current workforce capabilities and the technical requirements of the future.
Education Reform: Highlighting structural challenges within Nepal’s education system and the need for AI literacy at all levels.
Policy Pathways: Moving toward actionable, Nepal-specific solutions to build a resilient, future-ready human capital base.
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Bridging the Gap: Why This Dialogue Matters
The upcoming event brings together a diverse group of policymakers, educators, researchers, and private sector leaders. The goal is not just to diagnose the problem, but to create a roadmap for inclusive innovation.
According to recent reports, Nepal has already laid a foundation with the National AI Policy 2025, which aims to produce 5,000 AI professionals within the next five years. However, institutionalizing these goals requires collaboration across all levels of society.
Event Details: Join the Conversation
This is an invite-only event with limited seating. Professionals in the tech, education, and policy sectors are encouraged to register early to secure their spot in this essential discussion.
Date: April 7, 2026
Time: 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Venue: IIDS Campus, Mandikhatar, Kathmandu
How to Participate
To be part of the solution for Nepal’s AI-driven future, please register at the earliest.
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