Diplomacy in South Asia: Multiple Layers

Introduction :
The Centre for a New South Asia is a research centres which seeks to study the geo-political dynamics of South Asian nations under various parameters. Foreign Policy is one such integral determinant which shapes country’s regional and international affairs conduct. Considering this, the Centre underscores the increasing importance of Non-Central Governments (NCG)  and non-governmental actors including business, think-tanks, media in foreign policy.

Rationale :
Geo-politics in contemporary times plays a huge role in defining our day-to-day lives and it is very much important to look into the aspects that factor into defining the foreign policy of a state, under the umbrella of CNSA, this initiative will examine the role of stake holders — business, think tanks, NGOs, non-central government’s (state and provinces) in the context of South Asia’s foreign affairs.

Objectives :
1. To examine contemporary foreign policy approach vis-à-vis different stake holders
such as Non-Central Governments (NCGs), business, think-tanks, and media.
2.. To make a concrete assessment on the foreign policy choices by non-federal government actors and examine it’s implications and outcomes.
3. To elucidate the operating procedure, working mechanisms and access the role of key actors as well as interest groups in formulating the foreign policy.
4. To explore the way of activism by different stakeholders in foreign policy with particular emphasis on Asia and South Asia.
5. To demonstrate the best policy practices across the globe.

Working Module :
1. This initiative will focus on knowledge sharing via publications, including opinion pieces and policy papers.
2. It will host interactions with experts and practitioners on the subject.
3. It will organize different events including interviews, online talks, and panel discussions.
4. It will collaborate with other institutions and research Centers from different countries.
5. It will publish newsletters with commentary on contemporary affairs.

Team Details :
Team Lead: Tridivesh Singh Maini
Coordinator: Chelikani Dharma Teja
Resource Person : Aarogya Mohan Kaphle

For more details and enquiry :
Feel free to reach us via tsmaini@jgu.edu.in (Tridivesh Singh Maini-Team Lead),
22jsia-cdteja@jgu.edu.in (Chelikani Dharma Teja-Coordinator), 22jsia-amkaphle@jgu.edu.in (Aarogya Mohan Kaphle- Resource Person) or cnsa@jgu.edu.in (Centre Mail).