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Why scrapping Nepal’s ‘dollar fare’ could leave locals grounded
Nepal's plan to eliminate a two-tier airfare system for domestic flights could lead to higher prices for locals, as foreign passengers currently pay significantly more in US dollars. Airline operators warn that scrapping this policy might make flights more expensive for Nepali citizens.
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