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.
Maldives Foreign Affairs Minister Visits India
Dr. Abdulla Khaleel, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Maldives, conducted an official visit to India on 2-4 January 2025. During bilateral discussions with Dr. S. Jaishankar, External Affairs Minister of India, both sides reviewed progress on understandings reached during President Muizzu's visit and addressed issues requiring further attention. The two ministers reaffirmed their commitment to realize the Joint Vision for India-Maldives Comprehensive Economic and Maritime Security Partnership.
Bhutan Works Toward a More Conducive Business Environment
The Bhutan Chamber of Commerce and Industry (BCCI) has announced that the Ministry of Industry, Commerce, and Employment (MoICE) is working to streamline business regulatory processes in Bhutan. This initiative follows a comprehensive review of 235 economy-related policies, supported by the Voice for Green Change Partnership and funded by the European Union.
Workshop on Non-Intrusive Inspection Technologies for South Asia Customs Officials
A capacity-building workshop on Non-Intrusive Inspection (NII) Technologies was held on 2-4 December 2024 at the NACIN Palasamudram Campus, Andhra Pradesh, India, attended by 20 Customs Officials from SASEC countries. The program discussed existing and emerging challenges related to trade and border security, and shared best practices on the use of NII for customs risk management.
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