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In the News
June 16, 2019
The swearing-in of the Modi government for its second term had a distinct guests list comprising leaders from Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation (BIMSTEC). BIMSTEC, which comprises Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Myanmar, Nepal, Sri Lanka, and Thailand, is a bridge between South Asia and Southeast Asia. Looking beyond SAARC and dealing with BIMSTEC has been a cornerstone of India’s policy shift.
News and Events
October 14, 2017
India’s high ranking on the Global Hunger Index (GHI) again this year brings to the fore the disturbing reality of
News and Events
April 7, 2017
The food systems in South Asia have been undergoing significant transformation. This transformation in South Asia poses several challenges.
News and Events
August 8, 2016
Pulses are an essential source of protein and minerals for much of the Indian and global populations, to reflect this the UN has named 2016 as the ‘’International Year of Pulses.’ A recent IFPRI discussion paper investigates the trends and outlook for both global and regional pulse economies, looking at the supply, demand, trade, prices, and outlook of the pulse sector during the last three decades.
News and Events
July 23, 2015
Over the years economic growth in South Asia has significantly helped in achieving production targets and reducing poverty, but still a
News and Events
April 1, 2015
Eighty percent of the population in Nepal lives in rural areas and depends heavily on agriculture as a source of
Uncategorized
June 14, 2013
Price spike in food commodities in 2008 especially in rice eating nations created alarming situation in South and Southeast Asian
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