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The world's youngest head of government is an engineer, a rapper, and now Nepal's most powerful tourism marketer — showcasing the country's trails…
By Laxman Rawal · Jun 20, 2026
Most countries market themselves through tourism boards and glossy ads. Nepal now has something far more powerful: a prime minister who does it himself, on his own phone, to millions of followers. Since taking office in March 2026, Balendra "Balen" Shah — the…
Travel Himalaya Nepal · News
Balen rose to power on the back of a youth movement and a reputation for getting things done, first as the independent mayor who cleaned up Kathmandu, now as PM. What makes him unusual on the world stage is how he communicates — directly, constantly, and…
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