Feb 19, Kathmandu - CPN UML has unveiled an ambitious election manifesto ahead of the Falgun 21 elections, emphasizing technology, innovation, and digital transformation as key pillars for national development.

The party has proposed the development of Nepal’s own 'Sovereign Large Language Model' (LLM), along with plans to establish a national satellite and create employment opportunities for 1 million youths through tech-friendly initiatives. UML aims to confront AI challenges by establishing an 'AI Center' and developing a comprehensive 'Super App' integrating all government services.

Key Highlights of UML's Tech and Digital Agenda:

• Development of a Sovereign Large Language Model (LLM): Creating and deploying Nepal’s own AI language model to facilitate rapid technological application in critical sectors.

• Establishment of an AI Center: Setting up an autonomous AI institute to foster institutional growth in information technology.

• Attracting Foreign Investment: Drawing direct foreign investments into AI infrastructure and hyper-scale data centers.

• Addressing AI Challenges: Developing strategies to combat deepfakes, misinformation, and algorithmic biases that threaten social cohesion.

• Job Creation: Expanding employment opportunities by promoting AI, content creation, digital marketing, and app development sectors.

• Digital Transformation Initiatives: Upgrading the existing citizen app into a 'Super App' to unify government services, developing Nepal’s own satellite for rural connectivity, and revising the Digital Nepal Framework for effective implementation.

• Youth Empowerment: Providing training in AI, content creation, and digital marketing to equip 1 million youths for self-employment.

• Innovation and Startup Ecosystem: Establishing tech parks and innovation hubs nationwide to encourage startups and entrepreneurship.

• Digital Infrastructure: Creating an integrated institutional framework for data centers, national ID systems, and other digital assets.

• Expanding Online Services: Promoting remote work, digital opportunities, and local entrepreneurship to empower youth.

UML’s manifesto underscores a vision where technology drives inclusive growth, job creation, and innovative governance for Nepal’s future.