Ms.
Neelu Thapa, Treasurer, SAWTEE and Mr. Prajol Joshi, Economist, SAWTEE
participated in the Regional Consultation on Innovative Ideas and Knowledge
Sharing, held in Kathmandu, Nepal, on 14 December 2024. The event was organized
by the Centre for Policy Dialogue (CPD), Bangladesh, in collaboration with the
Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation. The consultation facilitated a deeper
understanding of climate change adaptation and mitigation, universal health
care systems, and technology-driven employment creation in South and Southeast
Asia. Participants shared best practices and lessons learned from across the
region, generating recommendations for policymakers and stakeholders on these
critical issues.
Ms.
Thapa moderated a session on climate change adaptation and mitigation efforts
in the South and Southeast Asia, focusing on current regional efforts,
knowledge sharing, and potential joint initiatives. Mr. Joshi participated as a
panellist in a session on employment creation through technology in South and
Southeast Asia, discussing opportunities and challenges, sharing national
experiences, and exploring innovative ideas for leveraging digital literacy.
