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(Last updated: 27 Apr 2012)
The Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) provides advice for business travellers and tourists going to Nepal. This is regularly updated, and should be checked before planning travel.
(Source: Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade - Country economic fact sheet)
For the latest key economic indicators and statistics, please see the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade country economic fact sheet.
The existing political structure is a constitutional monarchy with a bicameral legislature reappointed by the King on 24 April 2006. The House of Representatives has 205 members and a National Council with 10 members appointed by the King and 50 members indirectly elected by the House (35) and an electoral college (15).
Please see the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade country economic fact sheet for key trade statistics.
Bribery of foreign public officials is a crime. Australian individuals and companies can be prosecuted in Australia for bribing foreign officials when overseas.
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Multinational Enterprises should be aware of the OECD Guidelines for Multinational Enterprises that provide voluntary principles and standards for responsible business behaviour in a variety of areas, consistent with applicable domestic laws. These Guidelines are endorsed and promoted by the Australian Government. For more information, go to the AusNCP website.