Indian Foreign Secretary Harsh Vardhan Shringla came to Dhaka last week on a brief visit to Bangladesh aimed at boosting ties between the two neighbouring countries
Rethinking Climate Security in South Asia - Through AI
South Asia’s climate risks are shared across countries. Rivers such as the Ganga, Brahmaputra and Indus do not respect national boundaries, and torrential rains in one country can lead to floods in another. Satellite data, flood forecasts and flood warnings could, therefore, be shared to enhance disaster preparedness across the region.
Transnational Education: Making International Skills Development Inclusive
The British Council's South Asia dialogue on TNE brought together policymakers, quality-assurance agencies, experts and higher education leaders from five South Asian countries and the United Kingdom. The discussions covered TNE policy, quality assurance, partnership management and mutual recognition of qualifications.
Better Opportunities for Youth can Transform Balochistan’s Future
The CMSPP can help Balochistan address one of the most pressing challenges it encounters today – youth unrest and militancy. The radical Islamic groups and terrorist organizations often utilize the discontent of the youth of Balochistan to further their own agendas.
The Cockroach Republic: Not just a Creature of Filth; it Signals a Survival Grammar
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