KATHMANDU: American Chamber of Commerce in Nepal (AmCham Nepal) has appointed Nirmal Kajee Shrestha, General Manager of MetLife Nepal, as its new president for the next term.
This appointment reflects Shrestha's extensive experience and leadership in both the insurance sector and the broader business community. With a distinguished career in the financial services industry, Shrestha brings a wealth of knowledge and strategic insight to his new role.
As the GM of MetLife Nepal, Shrestha has played a pivotal role in steering the company towards success and fostering positive relationships within the business landscape. He is also the past chairman and founding member of the Life Insurers Association Nepal (JEBISAN).
Taking on the presidency of AmCham Nepal, Shrestha is poised to further strengthen the ties between American businesses and the Nepali market. His appointment comes at a crucial juncture, as Nepal continues to attract foreign investments and cross-border collaborations become increasingly vital for economic growth. Shrestha's leadership is anticipated to drive initiatives that promote trade, investment, and economic cooperation between the United States and Nepal.
MetLife has been operating in Nepal since 2001 as a branch of American Life Insurance Company, incorporated in the USA, a subsidiary of MetLife, Inc.
In Nepal, MetLife provides consumers and businesses with life insurance, accident and health insurance, and employee benefits (group insurance).
The American Chamber of Commerce in Nepal (AmCham Nepal) is an association of American business organisations operating in Nepal.
