National Planning Commission Vice Chairman Highlights Energy and Food Security Priorities

Kathmandu. Vice Chairman of the National Planning Commission, Dr. Gunakar Bhatta, has stated that Nepal must work by giving high priority to energy and food security. Speaking at a meeting of the Finance Committee under the House of Representatives on Monday, Bhatta mentioned that Nepal needs to pay special attention to these two sectors as the current global situation is extremely uncertain and difficult to predict. He stated that there is a risk of food price increases due to instability in the international market and the projected increase in drought globally this year. Bhatta pointed out the need for timely preparation and further strengthening of disaster management and supply systems for the next four-five months. Informing that the Planning Commission is coordinating with various bodies in this regard, he said that the active participation of all parties is necessary for minimizing potential risks. In the meeting, he said, 'The current situation is very unpredictable. Therefore, we must be prepared for tomorrow. We must work with interest in how to save the country from energy and food crises.' He clarified that the Planning Commission is coordinating with the relevant bodies due to the highly volatile international situation and the risk of high food prices due to global drought.

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