Nepalese government officials have been discussing the possibility of exploiting the export opportunities presented by the embargo against Qatar by its neighbors. Nepal would be able to export fresh vegetables, dairy products and spices to the Gulf country which is having a hard time obtaining supplies due to economic sanctions.
The Kathmandu Post reported on recent discussions by the National Planning Commission on exploring short- and medium-term business opportunities with Qatar by sending fresh vegetables, dairy products and spices like ginger and large cardamom.
There is huge demand for fresh vegetables, dairy products and spices in Qatar. Nepal can cash in on the opportunity. Furthermore, Nepal can produce organic vegetables that can fetch good prices in Qatar. The ministry has been holding talks with private traders and producers whether they can meet some of the demand.
Nepal’s vegetable output rose with 9 percent to 4.16 million tonnes last year.
