The ‘Strengthening Fiscal Management and Budget Formulation’ project, led by the Asian Development Bank in Sudurpaschim Province, Nepal, aims to address critical deficiencies in budget utilization and fiscal policy expertise. Collaborating closely with local authorities, particularly the Ministry of Economic Affairs and the Policy and Planning Commission, the project seeks to enhance budget credibility, improve investment management, and identify revenue sources to reduce deficits. By aligning budgetary programs with climate and gender considerations, the project not only supports sustainable development goals but also contributes to broader reforms in resource planning and management at the subnational level, ultimately fostering economic growth and improving service delivery in the region.