Nepal & The World
How Nepal Uses Tourism Diplomacy to Project Soft Power
From Everest expeditions to cultural festivals, tourism remains Nepal's most effective diplomatic instrument.
With over 1.2 million international visitors in 2025, Nepal's tourism sector generates more diplomatic capital than any formal treaty negotiation. Every trekker, pilgrim, and cultural tourist becomes an informal ambassador for Nepali values and hospitality.
Dr. Anisha Sharma
Senior Diplomatic Correspondent
Dr. Sharma covers South Asian diplomacy and multilateral institutions. Former Fulbright scholar at Georgetown University's School of Foreign Service.
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