Year in Review 2023: SAES XIV
The Fourteenth South Asian Economic Summit (SAES XIV), organised by CPD, emerged as one of the major events of the year. Co-organised by prestigious institutions—Research and Information Centre for Developing Countries (RIS), Institute of Policy Studies of Sri Lanka (IPS), Sustainable Development Policy Institute (SDPI) and South Asia Watch on Trade, Economics and Environment (SAWTEE)—the summit attracted 600 participants from Bangladesh and across South Asia, making it one of the year’s largest gatherings. With a theme of ‘Reframing South Asian Regional Cooperation in the New Context: National and Global Dimensions‘, SAES XIV facilitated dynamic discussions among 70 panelists in various sessions. As a beacon for regional collaboration, the summit’s success underscores its significance as a driving force in shaping the discourse on South Asian economic cooperation and integration.
ACTIVITIES
The South Asian Economic Summit concludes with call for regional policy...
The Fourteenth South Asian Economic Summit (SAES XIV) concluded underscoring the significance of regional integration to foster the development of bilateral trade and tap into an extensive market potential.
Balancing work and personal life is still a significant challenge for...
Balancing work and personal life pose a significant challenge for women, especially who often bear an unfair share of family responsibilities as sole caregivers. This imbalance underscores the need for a shift in societal mindsets to achieve gender equality.
Implementation of a universal healthcare system at the country level is...
South Asia has seen advancements in public health, but these improvements are notable primarily when compared to Sub-Saharan Africa, particularly in areas such as life expectancy, maternal mortality, and mortality rates.
Knowledge actors should collaborate on generating fellowships and knowledge transfer initiatives
There is a longstanding tradition of collaboration among think tanks in South Asia, with coalitions forming since the 1980s. These institutions play crucial roles in promoting evidence-based policies, facilitating open dialogues, and complementing official processes to monitor progress.
Geo-strategic factors underpinning contemporary trends in South Asian cooperation
The third plenary session of the Fourteenth South Asia Economic Summit (SAES XIV) titled ‘Geo-strategic factors underpinning contemporary trends in South Asian cooperation’ was held on 5 November, 2023
The SAARC Chambers of Commerce should mediate partnerships between the private...
South Asia faces challenges in global value chain integration due to the high trading costs, hindering its competitiveness on the global stage. The region's historical advantage of offering affordable labour and resources is diminishing, necessitating a shift towards attracting more Foreign Direct Investment (FDI).
Undocumented regional migration is not reflected in official numbers
South Asian countries are currently undergoing enhanced industrialisation, primarily driven by one or two major sectors. However, this growth is accompanied by challenges, notably national security concerns and conflicts between natives and non-natives, which impact cross-border labour migration.
Ambiguity regarding the impacts of climate change hampers development efforts in...
Climate change has far-reaching impacts on our environment's physical, social, and economic aspects, affecting plants, animals, rivers, forests, and soil, among other elements.
Bangladesh can achieve its clean energy goals through regional integration
Regional integration can not only enhance energy security but also facilitate the transition towards clean energy through regional energy trade. Within South Asian countries, seasonal variations in energy demand and supply are evident.
South Asia is not ready for common currency
Establishing a common currency in the South Asian region, similar to Europe, could potentially lead to greater economic integration, improved trade facilitation, and enhanced regional cooperation.
SAES-XIV RESOURCES
- Concept Note
- Programme
- Presentations
– Cooperation in Public Health – Dr Rudra Suwal
– Cross-Border Labour Flows in South Asia: An Overview – Raghav Chakravarthy
– Macroeconomic Policy Choices in South Asia: Ideas and Choices – Dr. Priyadarshi Dash
– Role of Knowledge Actors in Advancing a New Political Settlement in South Asia – Dr Sanjib Baruah
– Towards an Integrated Energy Grid – Dr. Shankar Shrestha - Session Guidelines
– Plenary Session 1 | Plenary Session 2 | Plenary Session 3
– Parallel Session A1 | Parallel Session A2 | Parallel Session A3
– Parallel Session B1 | Parallel Session B2 | Parallel Session B3
– Parallel Session C1 | Parallel Session C2 | Parallel Session C3 - Speeches
– Welcome Remarks by Dr Fahmida Khatun
– Speech by Dr. Nandalal Weerasinghe
– Speech by Dr Paras Kharel
– Speech by Dr Yuba Raj Khatiwada
– Conference Summary by Dr Khondaker Golam Moazzem - Webpost
Inaugural Session | Plenary Session 1 | Parallel Session A1 | Parallel Session A2 | Parallel Session A3 | Plenary Session 2 | Plenary Session 3 | Parallel Session B1 | Parallel Session B2 | Parallel Session B3 | Parallel Session C1 |Parallel Session C2 | Parallel Session C3 | Closing Session - Photos of the Conference
Inaugural Session | Plenary Session 1 | Parallel Session A1 | Parallel Session A2 | Parallel Session A3 | Plenary Session 2 | Plenary Session 3 | Parallel Session B1 | Parallel Session B2 | Parallel Session B3 | Parallel Session C1 | Parallel Session C2 | Parallel Session C3 | Closing Session | Cultural Programme - Videos of the Conference
Inaugural Session | Plenary Session 1 | Parallel Session A1 | Parallel Session A2 | Parallel Session A3 | Plenary Session 2 | Plenary Session 3 | Parallel Session B1 | Parallel Session B2 | Parallel Session B3 | Parallel Session C1 | Parallel Session C2 | Parallel Session C3 | Closing Session | Cultural Programme
