Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about NABIS 2026
The Nepali American Business and Investment Summit, organized by the Greater New York Nepali Chamber of Commerce and supported by the Consulate General of Nepal in New York.
Dates
September 25–27, 2026
Location
New York City, USA
Format
3 days, 500+ participants
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The Summit
What NABIS is, who runs it, and who it's for.
NABIS 2026, the Nepali American Business and Investment Summit, is a national and international convening designed to unite Nepali American entrepreneurs, investors, policymakers, and global stakeholders on a single platform for dialogue, collaboration, and measurable economic outcomes. It is built for serious investment conversations and measurable outcomes, not a broad community gathering.
NABIS 2026 is organized by the Greater New York Nepali Chamber of Commerce, and is supported by the Consulate General of Nepal in New York.
NABIS 2026 takes place September 25 to 27, 2026 in New York City, United States of America.
The 2026 theme is "Connecting Capital, Ideas & Opportunities: empowering Nepali entrepreneurs globally."
NABIS convenes Nepali American entrepreneurs, U.S. based investors, Nepal government representatives, and global business leaders on one platform. The summit is expected to bring together 500+ participants, 30+ speakers, and 20+ industry leaders.
NABIS aims to promote Nepal as a serious investment destination, connect entrepreneurs with investors and institutions, create co-investment and joint venture opportunities, and build a stronger national business network.
NABIS is designed as a government-to-business platform, extending invitations to senior economic policymakers in Nepal and the United States. The Consulate General and Permanent Mission of Nepal serve as collaborating partners. Invited participation includes Government of Nepal Finance and Foreign Affairs leadership, Investment Board Nepal and the National Planning Commission, and New York City and State leadership including the Mayor's Office and the NY State Assembly and Senate.
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Registration & Passes
How to sign up, pass options, and early bird.
Secure your place through the official NABIS platform using the Register button on the website.
Three passes are offered: General, Business, and VIP, all available through the official NABIS platform.
Yes. Early bird pricing is available until July 15, 2026.
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Program & Schedule
The three-day flow and what happens each day.
Day 1 (Friday, September 25) is Welcome and Networking, focused on partnership building. Day 2 (Saturday, September 26) is the Main Summit and Investment Conference, the flagship day. Day 3 (Sunday, September 27) is Business Matchmaking and Strategic Partnerships. See the full Schedule.
Day 1 covers registration and hotel check-in, a business networking lounge, a Startup Pitch and Investor Feedback session where founders pitch to investors with live feedback, the Welcome Reception and Networking Dinner, and open networking.
Day 2 opens with the Opening Ceremony and Keynote, including the national anthems of Nepal and the United States, welcome remarks, introduction of distinguished guests, and chief guest and keynote addresses. It features four panels and closes with the NABIS Gala Dinner and Recognition.
Four panels anchor the main summit:
- ◆Panel 1: Nepal is Open for Business. Economic outlook, policy incentives, FDI, priority sectors, and the role of diaspora investment.
- ◆Panel 2: Trade, Investment & Capital. Cross-border trade, capital flow, diaspora capital, venture and private equity, and joint ventures.
- ◆Panel 3: Technology, AI & Innovation Ecosystem. AI and digital transformation, startup ecosystems, funding trends, cybersecurity, and real business impact.
- ◆Panel 4: Global Investment Opportunities. Tourism, real estate, and commerce: hospitality, urban development, retail and franchise models.
Day 3 includes a networking breakfast, Business Matchmaking and Investment Conversations through structured B2B and B2G meetings, and the Closing Ceremony covering key takeaways, opportunities identified, next steps, awards, and recommendations for NABIS 2027.
The NABIS Gala Dinner and Recognition is an evening of national recognition, cultural diplomacy, awards, and celebration, held on Day 2.
These are structured business-to-business and business-to-government meetings with investors, entrepreneurs, business owners, government representatives, and partners. They are the main focus of Day 3.
The full agenda is published in the Schedule page of the official website.
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Pitch & Showcase
For founders pitching a startup or showcasing a product.
Yes. The Spotlight Program puts roughly ten selected businesses in front of a curated room of investors, banks, and strategic partners, connecting founders with capital and product launches with their first customers. Founders pitch to investors on Day 1.
The opportunity sectors are:
- ■Startups & Technology
- ■Food & Consumer Products
- ■Tourism & Hospitality
- ■Data Centers & Infrastructure
- ■Real Estate & Development
- ■Private Equity Opportunities
There are five steps:
- 1Apply using the form on the website.
- 2Get selected by the review committee (~10 businesses).
- 3Pitch and demo live to investors during the program.
- 4Connect through curated investor introductions and meetings.
- 5Follow up through the NABIS investment pipeline.
Founders and businesses can apply to pitch a startup idea or showcase a product demo to investors on Day 1. Use the contact page to reach the team.
05
Sponsorship
Tiers, what's included, and how to inquire.
Sponsoring NABIS puts your brand in front of an audience of high-net-worth decision makers at the meeting point of the Nepali and American markets. You can choose the tier that fits your goals or arrange a custom package.
Five options are offered:
Title Sponsor (1 partner only)$30,000
Platinum Sponsor (up to 3 partners)$20,000
Gold Sponsor (up to 6 partners)$15,000
Silver Sponsor (limited inventory)$10,000
Custom Sponsor (by arrangement)Tailored
Benefits scale by tier and can include main stage and backdrop branding, an exhibit booth, billing across the website and registration, gala dinner branding, lanyard and badge branding, networking lounge presence, full digital branding across email and social, and onsite signage. The Title Sponsor receives premier, summit-wide placement.
Yes. Every tier can be tailored to your goals, and marquee placements such as the gala, the main stage, and the lanyards are limited and offered first to the higher tiers.
Explore the packages on the website, then reach the team at event@nynepalichamber.org.
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Contact
How to reach the team and stay informed.
Email event@nynepalichamber.org or call +1 (347) 653-7282. You can also use the contact page on the website.
The Greater New York Nepali Chamber of Commerce is at 37-66 74th Street, 2F, Suite B2, Jackson Heights, NY 11372, USA.
Still have a question?
Reach the NABIS team directly
If your question isn't answered above, the team is happy to help with registration, the pitch showcase, sponsorship, and more.
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