The future is digital and green

Ghimire discusses why digital transformation, climate-conscious banking, and private sector empowerment are vital to Nepal’s future growth.

NMB Bank recently appointed Govind Ghimire as new chief executive officer. Ghimire officially took the reins on Wednesday, bringing three decades of experience in Nepal’s financial sector with him. In an interview with The Post, Ghimire shared his views on the country’s economic challenges, digital transformation in banking, sustainable finance, and the informal economy. Below are excerpts from the conversation.