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South Asia needs a fresh narrative!

It is home to nearly one in every four people on Earth, yet the region contributes only about 4% to the global GDP.

This striking imbalance highlights an urgent truth:
South Asia has not yet realized its collective strength and perhaps the region needs to be viewed through a new lens.

This is an invitation to come together to foster unity over division and together redefine the notion of development for the region.

Regional Diplomacy

From Rivalry to Cooperation: The New Diplomacy Shaping India–Pakistan Relations

The story of South Asia cannot be told without addressing the complicated, turbulent, and often tragic relationship between India and...

Small States, Big Voices: How Maldives, Bhutan, and Nepal Influence South Asian Diplomacy

In conversations about South Asian geopolitics, the spotlight often falls on India and Pakistan—two nuclear-armed neighbors whose rivalry...

Bridging Borders: Can South Asia Build a Shared Future Through Regional Diplomacy?

South Asia is a land of extraordinary diversity—home to nearly a quarter of the world’s population, rich cultural traditions, ancient...

Economy

Gelephu: A Regional Hub for South Asia’s New Development Model

South Asia stands at a crossroads. The region has long been constrained by fragmented markets, political mistrust, and development models...

Sri Lanka at the Crossroads of South Asia’s Development Drive

South Asia is home to one in every four people on the planet, yet it contributes only 4% to global GDP. Bridging this gap requires not only stronger regional integration but also recognition of the unique strengths that smaller states bring. Among them, Sri Lanka stands out as a critical driver of South Asia’s future development trajectory. A Maritime Gateway to the World Sri Lanka’s strategic position in the Indian Ocean gives it outsized significance. Nearly 80% of global m

Building South Asia’s Regional Economy on Shared Values

South Asia is home to nearly two billion people. Despite its vast population, rich cultural traditions, and deep historical ties, the...

Lifestyle

A South Asian Story

South Asia, home to nearly two billion people, is one of the most diverse and dynamic regions on Earth. It is a place where ancient civilizations, enduring wisdom traditions, and vibrant modern societies coexist. Yet beyond its complexity lies a deeper lesson for the world: the convergence of humanity, innovation, and community as the foundation for building a better future. Humanity at the Core South Asia is often described as a mosaic of cultures, languages, and faiths. But

The Rhythm of Everyday Life: Festivals and Rituals That Shape South Asia

South Asia is not just a region; it is a living, breathing mosaic of traditions. Across India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Nepal, Sri Lanka,...

The Art of Hospitality: Why South Asia is the World’s Friendliest Region

Across South Asia, hospitality is more than a social courtesy—it is a way of life, deeply rooted in cultural values, religious teachings,...