Nepal, Feb. 21 -- President of Federation of Nepalese Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FNCCI) Chandra Prasad Dhakal has expressed the belief that both India and Nepal should work towards deeper economic integration, smoother customs procedures, better standards alignment and stronger digital trade systems.

Speaking at the 2nd Indo-Nepal Trade Festival 2026 in New Delhi, India on Friday, he said MSMEs on both sides need easier access to finance, technology transfer and market information. "People-to-people ties remain our biggest strength. Cinema, culture, education exchanges and tourism build understanding beyond official meetings. When our entrepreneurs meet, when our young people collaborate, when our artists perform across borders,...