Kathmandu: Sunil KC, President of Nepal-India Chamber of Commerce and Industry (NICCI), has been appointed as a Special Advisor and Invitee to the Executive Committee of the Board of Trustees (BoT) of University of Nepal.
“He brings broad experience in institutional and infrastructure development, as well as bilateral economic cooperation,” according to University of Nepal.
K.C. is former advisor to the Confederation of Nepalese Industries (CNI) and Independent Power Producers Association Nepal (IPPAN).
Actively involved in Nepal’s energy sector, including Singati Hydro Energy, K.C. has broader experience in economic diplomacy and private-sector development. He is also Founder and Executive Chairman of the Asian Institute of Diplomacy and International Affairs (AIDIA), a Think-Tank and Graduate School.
The appointment, for a one-year term, was made in accordance with the decision of the 13th meeting of the Board of Trustees of the University of Nepal held on August 31.
Upon receiving the appointment letter, K.C. said he would contribute to enhancing the academic stature of the University of Nepal and supporting its institutional development.
“I will contribute to the best of my experience and ability to further enhance the academic stature, institutional capacity, and national and international standing of the University of Nepal,” he said, adding that developing the university into a strong centre for knowledge, research, innovation, and international collaboration requires cooperation among all stakeholders.
According to the terms of reference set by the university, K.C. will support and facilitate institutional development while keeping the university’s objectives at the centre of his engagement, particularly in the areas of physical, financial, and technical development. He will also support and facilitate bilateral and other forms of cooperation related to his professional engagements and networks.
