Innovate Research Foundation (IRF) is advancing strategic thinking in geopolitics, climate diplomacy, and global governance from the heart of the Himalayas.
At Innovate Research Foundation, our mission is to generate policy-relevant research that addresses the pressing global and regional challenges of our time.
Our vision is to amplify Nepal’s strategic voice on the world stage and become South Asia’s premier hub for policy innovation, global dialogue, and knowledge exchange.
IRF’s flagship platform for strategic dialogue on geopolitics, diplomacy, and regional cooperation in the Himalayan region.
The inaugural edition, held on April 7, 2025, brought together 200+ diplomats, policymakers, and experts to explore Nepal’s role in an evolving global landscape.
This session delves into how Nepal can navigate the shifting global order, addressing the challenges and opportunities it faces in a rapidly changing geopolitical landscape.
This session explores how Nepal can enhance its economic diplomacy, foster international trade, and drive economic growth through foreign relations.
This session examined Nepal’s strategic approach to economic diplomacy as a means to foster growth and enhance its global standing.
Explore our key areas of policy innovation and impact.
Understanding Nepal’s place in a shifting global order.
Shaping strategies for trade, investment, and connectivity.
Advancing environmental resilience and international cooperation.
Leveraging Nepal’s cultural and spiritual assets for soft power.
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The Innovate Research Foundation successfully hosted the inaugural Himalayan Dialogue on April 7, 2025, in Kathmandu. The high-level event gathered over 200 participants including diplomats, policy experts, academics, and business leaders from Nepal and around the world.
Promoting policy innovation, dialogue, and global cooperation from the heart of the Himalayas.
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