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    Global Governance

    Reflections on High-Level Meetings of the UN General Assembly

    Much more goes on beyond the hall itself – the frenzy of the press in the broadcast trucks, security personnel on every sidewalk, military...
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    UN Bans NGOs During High-Level Meetings of World Leaders— Triggering Strong Protests

    It is a lost opportunity for the UN and state diplomatic delegations to interact freely with civil society representatives who bring with them a...
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    Bangladesh

    India-Bangladesh Trade to Switch Away from the US Dollar

    The decision was made in the run-up to the recent visit of Bangladeshi Prime Minister, Sheikh Hasina to New Delhi. The gesture is sure...
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    Democracy

    Multi-Faith Team Urges Repeal of Blasphemy Laws – in the Name of Religious Freedom

    A delegation of human rights and religious freedom advocates is visiting the United Nations this week to increase support among UN Member States for...
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    Climate change

    Pakistan Flooding Shows ‘Adapting’ to Climate Change Can Be a Dangerous Illusion

    The recent events in Pakistan illustrate the shortcomings of an adaptation strategy in the face of widespread devastation. Any notion of “adapting” to these...
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    COVID-19

    Unsettled Lives in a Troubled World

    The most under-developed nations in South America, the Caribbean, Sub-Saharan Africa, and South Asia, are hardest hit. For example, Pakistan – which already had...
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    Accountability

    Bangladesh Minister says Line of Credit Projects Delayed Due to Indian Red-Tapism

    The minister said that he was hopeful that the issues will be resolved during Sheikh Hasina’s India visit. Over the years, India has supported...
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    Accountability

    Afghanistan: A Treasure Worth More than a Trillion Dollars

    How come the Taliban managed, in just weeks, to push Afghanistan’s economy into “free fall” as defined by the UN Emergency Relief Coordinator, already in...
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    Government considering ₹100-crore Proposal for Integrated Aqua Park in J&K

    The Union Minister highlighted the Government of India’s steadfast commitment to the growth of Jammu and Kashmir’s livestock and fisheries sectors as engines of rural income and nutritional security.
    Afghanistan

    IFRC Calls for Increased International Support as Afghans Move from Iran

    At the border, families endure sweltering temperatures often topping 40°C, armed with the few belongings they could manage to pack. They find shade under blankets, while signs of malnutrition are evident in children, and many mothers appear worn down and anxious.
    Asia Pacific

    Lawmakers in Maldives Pledge to Support Women Leaders

    Participants at the meeting recommitted themselves to working with all stakeholders to advance the ICPD PoA and achieve the 2030 Agenda and reaffirmed the 2024 Oslo Statement of Commitment.

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    Agri-business

    Government considering ₹100-crore Proposal for Integrated Aqua Park in J&K

    The Union Minister highlighted the Government of India’s steadfast commitment to the growth of Jammu and Kashmir’s livestock and fisheries sectors as engines of rural income and nutritional security.
    Afghanistan

    IFRC Calls for Increased International Support as Afghans Move from Iran

    At the border, families endure sweltering temperatures often topping 40°C, armed with the few belongings they could manage to pack. They find shade under blankets, while signs of malnutrition are evident in children, and many mothers appear worn down and anxious.
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