Debate Network Nepal (DNN) has announced that Nepal will not participate in the World Schools Debating Championship (WSDC) 2025, scheduled to be held from July 22 to August 1 in Panama City. The decision was made due to high travel and participation costs, despite ten years of continuous representation at the international event.

Last year, Team Nepal achieved a historic milestone by reaching the elimination rounds and finishing 15th out of 68 countries at the 36th WSDC held in Belgrade, Serbia. However, DNN cited financial limitations and logistical challenges as reasons for this year’s withdrawal.

While Nepal will not be present at WSDC 2025, the country will participate in the Asian Schools Debating Championship (ASDC) 2025 in Hanoi, Vietnam, from June 15 to 18. Two teams—the Nepal National Team and the Nepal Developmental Squad—will represent the country at the regional event. DNN expressed appreciation to the ASDC 2025 organizing committee for their support in enabling Nepal’s participation.