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United States
Washington, D.C. · North America
Trade Volume
$275M
+6.8% YoY
MCC Investment
$500M
USAID Annual
$130M
Nepali Students
12K+
Overview
The United States is the world's largest economy and a key development partner for Nepal, with significant investments in democracy, education, and infrastructure through MCC and USAID programs.
Nepal Relations
U.S.-Nepal relations date to 1947. The relationship encompasses development assistance, security cooperation, educational exchange, and growing trade ties.
Timeline
1947
Diplomatic Relations
Nepal and the U.S. establish formal diplomatic ties.
2017
MCC Compact Signed
$500M infrastructure investment agreement.
2026
Strategic Partnership Framework
Comprehensive bilateral cooperation framework.
Agreements
MCC Compact
$500M electricity transmission and road project.
Development
September 14, 2017
Strategic Partnership Framework
Expanded cooperation across multiple sectors.
Comprehensive
January 15, 2026
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