Nepal Swiss Chamber of commerce and Industry has been established to promote the existing friendly ties between the two countries Switzerland and Nepal and create a new platform to develop new trade opportunities that benefits both nations in terms of business, culture and social exchange of knowledge and ideas.
Since 1950s the two countries have worked significantly towards development co operation after signing the bilateral agreement governing technical cooperation. In terms of economic and trade relations direct Swiss investments in Nepal are minimal. As per the Federal department of Foreign Affairs FDFA, Swiss Exports to Nepal mainly comprises of timepieces, vehicles, pharmaceutical products and machinery and Swiss imports to Nepal consists of mainly textile and clothing so far.
Recently established in year 2015, Nepal Swiss Chamber of Commerce and Industry (NSCCI) aims to explore and open potential new trade and investment opportunities in Nepal, it shall play a vital role in providing information, consultation and promotional services for setting up joint venture investments in Nepal through the existing bi-lateral and friendly ties between the two countries.