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Nepal’s health sector is at a pivotal moment. There are rising demands on the system. Ambitious targets under the National Health Policy 2019 make effective mobilization of foreign aid more critical than ever. The Foreign Aid Mobilization Policy 2082 lays out a clear roadmap. It aims to attract, coordinate, and deploy external resources. These resources ensure they align with national priorities, enhance transparency, and deliver measurable health outcomes.
1. Why Foreign Aid Mobilization Matters for Nepal’s Health Sector
- Bridging the Funding Gap: External assistance remains a vital supplement to domestic health budgets. This is especially true for priority programs like immunization, maternal health, and epidemic preparedness.
- Leveraging Technical Expertise: Foreign partners not only fund programs. They also bring global best‑practices in surveillance, digital health, and capacity building.
- Enhancing Accountability: A unified policy framework fosters transparent reporting. It reduces duplication and ensures that every rupee is spent where it matters most.
2. Core Objectives of Policy 2082
- Align Aid with National Priorities
- Prioritize funding for PEN‑package NCD interventions, universal immunization, and health system strengthening.
- Strengthen Donor Coordination
- Establish a central “Aid Coordination Unit” within EDCD to harmonize proposals, reporting formats, and disbursement schedules.
- Ensure Transparency & Accountability
- Mandate quarterly public dashboards on aid inflows, project progress, and audit findings.
- Build Absorption Capacity
- Fast‑track procurement reforms and streamline financial management training for provincial health offices.
3. Four Strategic Pillars
| Pillar | Key Actions |
|---|---|
| 1. Policy Alignment | Map donor portfolios against NHSP 2019 targets; integrate with provincial health plans. |
| 2. Institutional Setup | Form EDCD’s Aid Coordination Unit; designate focal points at federal, provincial, and local levels. |
| 3. Financial Management | Adopt e‑procurement platform; roll out PFM training for health accountants. |
| 4. Monitoring & Reporting | Launch a public‑facing dashboard; implement real‑time tracking of milestones. |
4. Implementation Roadmap & Timeline
- Q2 2082 BS (May–July 2025 AD):
- Launch stakeholder consultations; finalize SOPs.
- Q3 2082 BS (Aug–Oct 2025 AD):
- Establish Aid Coordination Unit; onboard donor agencies.
- Q4 2082 BS (Nov 2025–Jan 2026 AD):
- Roll out e‑procurement; pilot reporting dashboard in Koshi Province.
- Q1 2083 BS (Feb–Apr 2026 AD):
- Nationwide scale‑up; first comprehensive audit and impact review.
5. Expected Impact & Stakeholder Roles
- Government: Align budget cycles, appoint coordination leads, legislate procurement reforms.
- Donors: Submit joint proposals using the standard template; participate in quarterly review forums.
- Civil Society & Academia: Provide independent monitoring, publish policy briefs, and support community engagement.
- Media: Promote transparency by publicizing dashboard highlights and audit outcomes.
📄 Download the full policy document:
Foreign Aid Mobilization Policy 2082 (PDF)
The Foreign Aid Mobilization Policy 2082 aims to transform how Nepal attracts and manages external resources. It will unify donors, strengthen financial systems, and embed robust M&E. Implementing it fully will be key to achieving resilient, equitable health outcomes across every province.
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