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flag Nepal Telecom’s NPR 5B contract with China’s AsiaInfo sparks scrutiny over bidding fairness and data security.

flag Nepal Telecom is under scrutiny for a NPR 5 billion contract awarded to China’s AsiaInfo Linkage Technologies for a high-tech billing system, amid concerns over transparency and fair bidding. flag Only two Chinese firms bid, with Huawei advancing after Whale Cloud’s disqualification without clear public reason. flag The financial bid opening was abruptly postponed days after a new minister took office, fueling speculation of political influence. flag Critics warn the deal increases reliance on a single foreign vendor, threatening data security, pricing control, and operational independence, highlighting broader concerns about governance and oversight in public procurement.

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