Dialogue calls for stronger research, policy integration to build greener, resilient South Asia

UNB News Bangladesh

April 21, 2025

The regional science-policy finance dialogue brought together 57 policymakers, researchers, and development practitioners to align research priorities with policy needs and promote investment in sustainable solutions for South Asia.
From 7 to 8 April 2025 the International Centre for Integrated Mountain Development (ICIMOD) through the Himalayan Resilience Enabling Action Programme (HI-REAP) and the International Development Research Centre (IDRC) co-organised the regional science-policy dialogue on ‘Prioritising research for sustainable development: Building a greener, inclusive, and resilient South Asia.’
During the two-day dialogue, discussions focused on how to minimise research gaps, strengthening regional partnerships, and scaling up investments in climate resilience and economic sustainability in South Asia.