# Nepal Clings to Least Developed Country Perks

> Nepal's textile exports face new tariffs as it holds onto least developed country status.
- Title: Nepal Clings to Least Developed Country Perks · Nikkei Asia
- Summary: Nepal's textile exports face new tariffs as it holds onto least developed country status.
- Keywords: nepal, least developed country, textile exports, tariffs, kathmandu, pashmina, Nikkei Asia
- Source: Nikkei Asia — https://asia.nikkei.com/spotlight/policy-asia/buffer-or-crutch-nepal-clings-to-least-developed-country-perks
- Published: 2026-11-12T21:01:09+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: nepal, least developed country, textile exports, tariffs, kathmandu, pashmina, news, business, world
## Nepal's Textile Exports
Nepal's pashmina sweaters cost up to $200 in Western markets but use Chinese yarn.
## Least Developed Country Status
Nepal retains least developed country status to avoid new tariffs on its textiles.
## Tariff Risk
Nepal faces new tariffs if it loses least developed country status.
## Key takeaway

Nepal retains least developed country status to avoid tariffs on its textiles despite economic challenges.