Prospects for development of water resource projects in Nepal through Sino-Nepal co-operation

Abstract

The enormous amount of water resources is a boon of nature for Nepal to escalate its global status and realize the golden era of development in every possible aspect if properly utilized. However, the incompetence of Nepal in current circumstances to arrange basic requisites for harnessing its resources left the Himalayan country behind, in crisis. Meanwhile, the northern neighbouring country China has potential to render the necessary requirements through the platform of Sino Nepal co-operation which certainly yields favourable benefits for both countries and eventually transforms friendship between Kathmandu and Beijing to new horizon. This paper describes water resources of Nepal in the context of hydropower, irrigation and water supply incorporating status of Nepal and necessary technology for development. It also discusses scope, challenges and opportunities for China in Nepalese water resources, all under the platform of Sino-Nepal relationship which ultimately cultivates the co-operation.