Like the EU (European Union) and ASEAN (Association of Southeast Asian Nations), South Asia, a region of two billion people, has yet to capitalise its proximity and come together despite a shared history, diverse culture and philosophy.
SAARC Chamber of Commerce and Industry former President Iftikhar Ali Malik expressed these views while chairing an inaugural session of a seminar through zoom titled ” How South Asia can emerge as thriving region” here Sunday. He said that South Asian leaders need a vision followed by a strong will to act, adding Pakistan has much to offer, especially to smaller countries and even making inroads through the use of drone technology in agriculture.—APP
