Boosting the Logistics Sector in Bangladesh, India, and Nepal
Addressing issues in the logistics sector is crucial for economic development, environmental sustainability, and regional integration. An Asian Development Blog article explores the need for Bangladesh, India, and Nepal to adopt strategies, such as enhancing multimodal transport, standardization, and digital integration, to enhance supply chain resilience, reduce costs, and boost export competitiveness, to further boost economic growth and job creation.
Economic Corridor Development in South Asia
Economic corridors are crucial for stimulating economic growth, creating jobs, and promoting regional integration across SASEC member countries—Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka. An Asian Development Blog article explores the role of economic corridor development in South Asia, highlighting its potential to enhance trade, industrialization, and regional connectivity.
Bangladesh Urged to Implement Trade Facilitation Roadmap to Prepare for LDC Graduation
Mr. Sheikh Bashir Uddin, Advisor to the Ministry of Commerce of Bangladesh, urged the implementation of a trade facilitation roadmap and collaboration among working groups to mitigate the challenges associated with the upcoming transition of Bangladesh from the Least Developed Country (LDC) category to a developing nation by November 2026.
India, Sri Lanka Affirm Commitment to Enhance Partnership
India Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Sri Lanka President Anura Kumara Disanayaka held comprehensive discussions on 16 December 2024 in New Delhi, India. Both leaders affirmed their commitment to further enhance the relationship and emphasized cooperation in various areas, including connectivity, energy, trade, and tourism.
Meeting of India-Nepal IGC on Trade, Transit, and Cooperation to Combat Unauthorized Trade
The India-Nepal Inter-Governmental Committee (IGC) on Trade, Transit, and Cooperation to Combat Unauthorized Trade conducted a comprehensive review of India – Nepal trade and economic cooperation, including market access, IPR issues, proposed amendments to existing agreements, review of the Treaty of Transit and the Treaty of Trade, harmonization of standards, and development of trade infrastructure, as well as the electrification of the Raxaul-Birgunj rail line.
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