The sixth edition of the Himalayan Travel Mart (HTM 2026) concluded in Kathmandu on Thursday, drawing over 600 delegates from 27 countries and generating more than 2,400 pre-scheduled business appointments across four days of trade meetings, forums, and cultural events.
The Nepal Mountaineering Association (NMA) has called on the government to establish an independent investigation committee into the circumstances that left Sherpa guide Dawa Sherpa alone in Everest's death zone for seven days, while also visiting him at HAMS Hospital where he remains in the ICU in stable condition.
Nepal made a strong pitch to Korean travellers and trade partners this week at the 41st Seoul International Travel Fair (SITF 2026), showcasing the country's trekking, mountaineering, cultural heritage, and wellness offerings at one of Asia's premier travel exhibitions.
The Nepal Tourism Board (NTB) has taken its pitch for long-stay tourism to one of Asia's premier travel industry platforms, participating in the 5th World Tourism Industry Conference (WTIC 2026) held in Seoul and Suwon, Republic of Korea, from June 4 to 6.
David Marriott, Chairman of Marriott International, is on his first-ever visit to Nepal, with the upcoming Luxury Collection property in Kathmandu serving as the first stop of his trip — a visit that marks a significant milestone for Nepal's luxury hospitality sector.