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N T I S20108. HANDMADE PAPER AND PAPER PRODUCTSStrengths Lokta and Argheli are strong and unique raw materials Nepali Lokta paper is particularly strong due to itsharvesting in high altitude Unique indigenous paper production technology is animportant selling point Value added through unique artworks Strong and efficient cluster <strong>of</strong> artists andentrepreneursOpportunities High domestic market prospects for Lokta paper Foreign market prospects for value added paperproductsWeaknesses Limited ability to meet large orders Weak design and product development capacity tomeet demand <strong>of</strong> new markets Lack <strong>of</strong> training in design and product development Lack <strong>of</strong> proper marketing and promotion efforts,market information, and market contacts Lack <strong>of</strong> management skills in cottage industriesThreats Price competition with similar products from ChinaPRC, India, and Thailand Product designs not well protected from imitation bydomestic and foreign producers Domestic threats stronger than international threats,in particular in terms <strong>of</strong> labour issues and strikesActionsProduct and Technology Develop new nurseries and plantations for Lokta production through farmers’ cooperatives andcommunity forest users groups in as many districts as possible. Improve the paper supply capability by improving the processing system, including reducingwastage <strong>of</strong> raw material and improving the quality <strong>of</strong> paper. This could reduce wastage by 25per cent and improve quality by 20 per cent. Develop use <strong>of</strong> alternative energy for processing (currently intensive use <strong>of</strong> wood-fuel). Support the development <strong>of</strong> new sources <strong>of</strong> raw materials such as Ketuke, banana, andbamboo. Support the development <strong>of</strong> new products that are marketable in developed countries. Support appropriate waste water treatment plants for paper-making factories. Use royalties collected from Lokta to finance training in Lokta collection, nursery managementand cultivation, and for the development <strong>of</strong> a paper processing system.Market Access Develop the trade promotion capacity <strong>of</strong> enterprises in the sector, including possibly supportthe costs <strong>of</strong> participation in international trade fairs, buyer-seller meetings, production <strong>of</strong>brochures, etc.NEPAL TRADE INTEGRATION STRATEGY 2010BACKGROUND REPORT279

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