Kathmandu- Finance Minister Dr. Swarnim Wagle has been featured in TIME magazine’s list of the 100 Most Influential People of 2026.
Wagle was included in the list in recognition of his work and global advocacy in climate change and sustainable economic development. Key factors behind his inclusion include his international advocacy for climate justice following the devastating floods in the Rasuwa–Bhotekoshi region, his initiatives in mobilizing climate finance, and his proposed reforms for resource management and international systems.
Dr. Wagle has been actively involved in research, policy-making, and politics within the field of sustainable economic development for the past 28 years.
The TIME list also features prominent global leaders, including United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres, Britain’s Prince William, and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen.
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