List of Countries with Which Nepal Has Signed Aviation Agreements

Introduction

Nepal has been expanding its international aviation reach since 1963. As of early 2024, Nepal has signed bilateral Air Service Agreements (ASA) and Memoranda of Understanding (MoU) with 42 different countries. This expansion is guided by the Liberal Sky Policy adopted in 1992 and the Civil Aviation Policy 2066, which aims for an Open Sky Policy.

Main Content

• Nepal has signed aviation agreements with 42 countries as of February 6, 2024.
• The country adopted a Liberal Sky Policy in 1992.
• The Civil Aviation Policy 2066 directs Nepal towards an Open Sky Policy.
• Switzerland is the 42nd country to sign a bilateral Air Service Agreement with Nepal.

Key Takeaways

• Total countries with aviation agreements: 42.
• Latest agreement: Switzerland (February 6, 2024).
• Liberal Sky Policy adoption year: 1992.
• First agreement year: 1963.

What to Avoid

• Confusing the Liberal Sky Policy (1992) with the Open Sky Policy (Civil Aviation Policy 2066).
• Stating the total number of countries as 41; it reached 42 after the Switzerland agreement.
• Misdating the Switzerland agreement; it was signed on February 6, 2024.

FAQ

Q1: Which is the latest country Nepal signed an aviation agreement with? Switzerland (February 6, 2024).

Q2: When did Nepal adopt the Liberal Sky Policy? In 1992.

Q3: How many countries have signed aviation agreements with Nepal so far? 42 countries.

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