Top 10 Countries from where Vet Vaccines are Imported to Nepal

Last updated on 2024-04-27

The major advantage of vaccination is that it reduces the number of animals that become infected with and die from illnesses. When a large number of animals are vaccinated, the "herd effect" benefits both the vaccinated animals, who are less likely to fall ill from a disease for which they have been vaccinated and the entire population, which is less likely to be exposed to the illness. Here are the top ten nations from which veterinary vaccines are imported into Nepal.

*The data is collected from the Ministry of Finance and the ranking is done according to the import value.

10. Indonesia

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On December 25, 1960, Nepal and Indonesia established diplomatic ties. Indonesia established an embassy in Kathmandu in 1965, however, it was abolished in 1967 due to the country's devotion to austerity measures. Indonesia established an honorary consulate in Kathmandu in April 2010. The trade volume between the two nations reached US$14 million, substantially favoring Indonesia. Nepal mostly imports food products from Indonesia, such as fruits, nuts, and palm oil, as well as paper and paper board, and chemicals. The two nations have untapped potential, particularly in the commercial and tourist sectors, as well as in social and cultural ties. Nepal received 1145 kg of veterinary vaccinations from Mexico in 2021. The entire import value was Rs. 7682 thousand.

Import Value (in Thousands) : Rs. 7,682
Import Quantity : 1,145 kg

9. Spain

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On May 13, 1968, Nepal and Spain established diplomatic relations. Nepal and Spain have long had warm and amicable relations. They have become stronger in recent years, owing to the exchange of visits at all levels, appreciation of each other's goals and sensitivities, collaboration in international forums, a shared stance on global concerns, and a commitment to world peace and harmony. Chemicals, synthetic, woolen, and polyester blankets, electrical items, and culinary equipment are among Nepal's imports from Spain. Likewise, Goatskin, incense sticks, leather items, woolen carpets, handicrafts, clothing, and Nepalese paper and paper products are among the most important exports to Spain. Nepal received 641 kg of veterinary vaccinations from Spain in 2021. The entire import value was Rs. 10,584 thousand.

Import Value (in Thousands) : Rs. 10,584
Import Quantity : 641 kg

8. Hungary

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Nepal and Hungary established diplomatic relations on January 15, 1961. The Nepalese Embassy in Germany is also accredited to Hungary, and Hungary's permanent Embassy in New Delhi is also accredited to Nepal. Hungary has established an Honorary Consulate in Kathmandu. At the moment, the amount of transaction remains low. Nepal's main exports include clothes and accessories, works of art, textile materials, and metal objects. Pharmaceuticals, equipment and mechanical appliances, dyes and tannins, chemical goods, and so on are major imports. Nepal received 489 kg of veterinary vaccinations from Hungary in 2021. The entire import value was Rs. 10,785 thousand.

Import Value (in Thousands) : Rs. 10,785
Import Quantity : 489 kg

7. Mexico

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Ever since the establishment of bilateral relations between Nepal and Mexico on 25 November 1975, the relations between the two countries remain cordial and friendly. The volume of trade between Nepal and Mexico is moderate. Nepal exports carpets, garments, articles of leather, work of art and antiques, etc. to Mexico. Similarly, Nepal imports beverages, chemicals, communication equipment, machinery, medical equipment, etc. Nepal received 2463 kg of veterinary vaccinations from Mexico in 2021. The entire import value was Rs. 12,029 thousand.

Import Value (in Thousands) : Rs. 12,029
Import Quantity : 2,463 kg

6. Brazil

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Handbags, handmade papers, carpets, animal or vegetable fats, skins, apparel, works of art, and other things dominate Nepalese export to Brazil. Nepal imports dairy and meat products, as well as edible vegetables, coffee, oilseeds, equipment, mechanical appliances, and medicinal or surgical tools and apparatus. As of 15 July 2020, Brazil has provided Rs. 516 million in FDI, which was spent in 9 different projects and resulted in the creation of 644 jobs. Nepal received 2332 kg of veterinary vaccinations from Brazil in 2021. The entire import value was Rs. 16,390 thousand.

Import Value (in Thousands) : Rs. 16,390
Import Quantity : 2,332 kg

5. United States

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Nepal and the United States of America (US) established diplomatic relations on April 25, 1947. Bilateral relations are friendly, and the US policy aims to focus on aiding Nepal in establishing a peaceful, prosperous, resilient, and democratic society. The US is one of Nepal's most important trade partners. It is also one of Nepal's main sources of foreign currency, mostly from textile and carpet exports, as well as tourism profits. Nepal received 1720 kg of veterinary vaccinations from the USA in 2021. The entire import value was Rs. 32,107 thousand.

Import Value (in Thousands) : Rs. 32,107
Import Quantity : 1,720 kg

4. Republic of Korea

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Nepal and the Republic of Korea (RoK) established diplomatic relations on May 15, 1974. Nepal and the Democratic People's Republic of Korea signed a Bilateral Trade Agreement on December 11, 1970. Mutual regard, friendliness, and collaboration underpin the two countries' ties. South Korea is one of Nepal's top five investors. Nepal received 6412 kg of veterinary vaccinations from South Korea in 2021. The entire import value was Rs. 53,787 thousand. The volume of commerce between Nepal and the Republic of Korea has risen throughout time, with the trade balance favoring Korea greatly.

Import Value (in Thousands) : Rs. 53,787
Import Quantity : 6,412 kg

3. Italy

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Italy has provided development assistance to Nepal, either directly or indirectly, since the country's return to democracy in 1990. Nepal welcomes Italy's willingness to help in rebuilding efforts, particularly in the area of cultural, architectural, and historical monument preservation. Given the potential of bilateral trade, the existing trade volume remains modest. Nepal received 6334 kg of veterinary vaccinations from Italy in 2021. The entire import value was Rs. 61,975 thousand.

Import Value (in Thousands) : Rs. 61,975
Import Quantity : 6,334 kg

2. Netherlands

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Nepal imports from the Netherlands textile materials, machinery, components, industrial raw materials, electrical items, research equipment, and so on. Given the Netherlands' significant position in the EU, Nepal's chances for cooperative ties with the EU are likely to be boosted by the country's outstanding economic and commercial connections with the Netherlands. The Netherlands supplies vaccinations for veterinary medications to a significant number of countries. Nepal is one of these countries. Nepal received 780 kg of veterinary vaccinations from the Netherlands in 2021. The entire import value was Rs. 80,152 thousand.

Import Value (in Thousands) : Rs. 80,152
Import Quantity : 780 kg

1. India

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The volume of bilateral trade has reached over NRS 976.78 billion during the last eleven months of the fiscal year 2020-21 with imports from India amounting to NPR 886.59. India distributes a large number of countries with vaccines for veterinary medicines. Among, Nepal is one of them. India provided Nepal with 38499 kg of veterinary vaccines Nepal in the year 2021. The import value was a total of Rs. 1,15,347 thousand.

Import Value (in Thousands) : Rs. 1,15,347
Import Quantity : 38,499 kg