August 2015

Better health for South Asia

The DailyStar, 24 August 2015
Bangladeshi patients travel now more than ever before. And this is not a trend only among the affluent section, but also across middle and even lower middle class patients. India, Thailand, Singapore, the UK and the USA are common destinations for check-ups and treatment. On account of cost and geographical distance, India stands at the top not only for Bangladesh, but also for other South Asian neighbours in regards to medical and wellness tourism. More…

Traders urged to exploit SAARC trade potential

The International News, 23 August, 2015
The government and businessmen should exploit trade potential in the South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC) nations instead of focusing on India alone, as for the last 20 years, the exercise to enhance trade with the neighboring country has proved futile, experts said on Saturday. More…

In SAARC region arbitration will boost trade & commerce

MeriNews, 23 August, 2015
At a Seminar organised by Indian Council of Arbitration (ICA) along with SAARC Arbitration Council (SARCO), Suresh Chandra, Joint Secretary & Advisor, Ministry of Law & Justice, stated that the SAARC countries can collectively work towards making this region a hub for international commercial arbitration. More…