Kathmandu, Nepal | April 28, 2025 —
World Merchant Investment Pvt. Ltd. is proud to announce a strategic consulting partnership with Dr. Manoj Shakya, an esteemed academic and AI researcher, as part of its broader mission to pioneer advanced technologies in the global investment space.
Dr. Shakya currently serves as an Assistant Professor at Kathmandu University, specializing in Artificial Intelligence and Deep Reinforcement Learning. He holds a PhD from Nanyang Technological University, Singapore, and is widely recognized for his academic contributions and technical leadership in emerging AI domains.
Through this collaboration, Dr. Shakya will provide expert guidance in AI strategy, investment modeling, algorithm development, and technical infrastructure design. His involvement will play a vital role in developing scalable, data-driven platforms that support World Merchant Investment’s innovation roadmap. He will also be eligible for performance-based compensation once the company reaches sustained profitability.
“We are thrilled to welcome Dr. Shakya to our advisory team. His technical depth and research mindset will be instrumental in accelerating our AI-driven initiatives,” said Mr. Basudev P. Gautam, Executive Chairman of World Merchant Investment.
This partnership reflects the company’s dedication to bridging academic excellence with real-world business transformation, as it continues to position Nepal as a future hub for tech-led investment and entrepreneurship.
