It should not be surprising to note how this region faces some of the toughest — conventional and non-conventional — security challenges in the world today. It is hard to deny the impact of colonisation across South Asia. The growing influence of China across South Asia adds another layer of stress to the regional friction evident within and across South Asia today. Despite varied differences, both large and smaller South Asian states share vital natural resources which are confronting increasing climate threats. All South Asian states need to cooperate to better address regional climate-related challenges and to untap the economic potential of the broader region.

Source: The Express Tribune January 28, 2023 20:01 UTC