INTERNATIONAL ECONOMY AND DEVELOPMENT
Under this topic, the research seeks to enhance the understanding and alongside study the contemporary and developing issues pertaining to international economy and development in diverse countries. The developing economies at present predominantly in the East and South Asian regions remains on a relatively strong growth trajectory amid the robust domestic demand conditions whereas the global economy on the other hand is facing a confluence of risks, which could severely disrupt economic activity and inflict significant damage on longer-term development prospects. The research primarily addresses such developments and challenges, concentrating on the existing and emerging economic policies, economic growth and opportunities, co-operations and agreements, prospects and the potential factors that exacerbates development challenges in many parts of the world.
ARTICLES
Prioritising Poverty: South Asian Cooperation in a Post-Pandemic World
With the uncertainties of Capitalism and Globalisation growing, there is no better alternative for the South Asian countries than having belief in the shared concern and prosperity of the entire region. No matter how the re-set world will be, the poor should not be left out.
BRI, COVID-19 Pandemic and Its Depressing Impacts on ASEAN
Chinese government attempting to recover from its tarnished image in the world. It may take months to see all the ramifications of the COVID-19 Pandemic that will unfold in BRI countries. It is highly doubtful that BRI can regain its strength in next couple of years.
Implications of COVID-19 on Defence Industry
The defense industry must explore multiple coping mechanisms. Strategy should not just be focused on growth but must include scenario-based resource planning and material substitution. Manufacturing principles advocating on maximising efficiency and reducing costs through maintaining minimal inventory might matter no more during the time of crisis.
COVID-19 Pandemic and Indian Diaspora in the Gulf
Indian citizens are India’s responsibility and those desirous may be brought back to the extent possible after the travel restrictions have been removed as reportedly indicated by Indian Minister of State for External Affairs.
Reinterpreting Globalization: Impact of COVID-19 on Global Ideologies and Economics
Globalization is under a lot of strain and testing. Chinese manufacturing is breaking down and Europe is sighing for some respite, COVID-19 is reshaping the essentials and principles of Globalization. The very foundations and theories of Globalization are in for a serious overhaul.
COVID-19 Pandemic: Need for Cooperation on Ethno-Pharmacy in India and Nepal
India has already earned a good reputation for groundbreaking developments in the pharmaceutical sector. An increased focus on collaborative research in this field between educational institutions in India and Nepal would open the floodgates for easier access to pharmaceuticals and traditional medicines in the near future.
COVID-19: Its Impact on Nepalese Economy
Government should come with effective plans to protect the economy from collapsing. It should speed up the testing process so that it can isolate the affected for treatment, and normalize the economic activities at the earliest.
Chinese Paradiplomacy in India
China has structured a successful paradiplomatic model. Beijing alone has entered into sister-cities agreement with 55 other cities/ states. It is in a desperate need of a facelift, post the considerable erosion of public opinion due to the debacle of the virus spreading out of Wuhan. To this end, Chinese government, media houses and others are strategically using this relationship to highlight the humanitarian side of the country.