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    Sri Lanka Welcomes the World’s Remote Workforce with New Digital Nomad Visa

    With extensive 4G mobile coverage reaching a vast majority of the island, Sri Lanka is reasonably positioned.
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    Nepal Pioneers Asian Climate Finance with $55 Million LEAF Coalition Deal

    Despite the optimism, experts warn of hurdles in ensuring equitable distribution and community access to funds. Past REDD+ pilots in Nepal have faced criticism for bureaucratic delays and inadequate consultation with marginalized groups, including indigenous Tharu and Chepang communities in the targeted provinces.
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    Bangladesh Unveils Tk 1,268 Crore Climate Shield to Fortify Haor and Barind Against Environmental Threats

    By combining economic opportunities with risk reduction, CRALEP aims to create a ripple effect: improved market access, better health, and reduced poverty.
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    Accountability

    Bill Gates Issues Apology to Foundation Staff

    Supporters argue that Gates’ philanthropic contributions – saving millions of lives through vaccination programs – should not be overshadowed by past errors. Detractors highlight the hypocrisy in a figure promoting ethical global solutions while entangled in such controversies.
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    Agri-business

    India Commits 200,000 Tonnes of Rice to UN’s Fight Against Global Hunger

    In an era of interconnected global challenges, initiatives like this remind us that food security is a shared responsibility. As Sanjeev Chopra aptly put it, India is committed to ensuring “no one goes hungry,” a pledge that resonates far beyond its borders.
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    Disaster risk reduction

    Nepal Passes Landmark Tourism Bill with Tougher Everest Climbing Rules

    These hikes aim to generate more revenue – Everest alone brought in over $5 million in 2025 – while deterring casual climbers.
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    Accreditation

    Bangladesh Formally Seeks Three-Year Deferral for LDC Graduation

    Having conducted a rapid reappraisal of the nation’s ground realities, the new administration opted to prioritize macroeconomic stability over an immediate change in international economic status.
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    Artificial Intelligence

    Google Unveils $15 Billion Investment to Build Full-Stack AI Hub in Visakhapatnam

    As the India AI Impact Summit 2026 continues to foster multilateral collaboration, Google’s monumental investment in Visakhapatnam stands as a testament to the belief that with responsible deployment, India will not just participate in the AI revolution, but actively lead it.
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    Video Competition for Youth to Celebrate Shared Heritage Through Digital Creativity

    As South Asia grapples with climate vulnerabilities, economic disparities, and historical animosities, initiatives like COVA’s video competition offer a beacon of hope.
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    As the Act enters its third decade, bridging the gap between statistics and real transparency remains the central challenge.
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