On September 4, 2024, the seventh summit of BIMSTEC was held in Bangkok, Thailand. At this significant summit, Bangladesh took the chairmanship responsibility, which is a pivotal milestone in enhancing regional collaboration.
At the conference, member states discussed climate adaptation, renewable energy, energy security, and economic sustainability. Special emphasis was given to hydropower generation and green energy utilization in Nepal and Bhutan.
In sideline discussions, leaders of the two countries conducted bilateral negotiations, where water-sharing agreements and trade facilitation were discussed.
The plan to hold the subsequent summit in Dhaka in 2025 reflects Bangladesh's proactive leadership and integrative strategies in regional development. By taking the chairmanship of BIMSTEC, Bangladesh is playing an important role in regional diplomacy and socioeconomic progress.
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#598
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significant
/sɪɡˈnɪf.ɪ.kənt/
adjective
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Having great importance, consequence, or influence; notable or meaningful.
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Significant achievements shape future policies. |
important, noteworthy, substantial, meaningful, considerable, major
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insignificant, trivial, minor, unimportant, negligible, inconsequential
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#599
🏔️
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summit
/ˈsʌm.ɪt/
noun
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A high-level meeting between leaders, especially of governments; a conference.
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The summit addressed pressing global issues. |
conference, meeting, gathering, convention, assembly, forum
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base, groundwork, foundation, bottom, nadir, valley
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#600
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regional
/ˈriː.dʒən.əl/
adjective
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Relating to or characteristic of a region; affecting a particular area or district.
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Regional cooperation strengthens economic ties. |
local, provincial, territorial, district, area-specific, sectoral
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global, national, international, universal, worldwide, comprehensive
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#601
🤝
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collaboration
/kəˌlæb.əˈreɪ.ʃən/
noun
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The action of working with someone to produce something; cooperative effort.
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Collaboration among nations fosters progress. |
partnership, alliance, cooperation, teamwork, joint effort, coordination
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conflict, isolation, competition, opposition, rivalry, discord
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#602
🔄
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pivotal
/ˈpɪv.ə.təl/
adjective
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Of crucial importance in relation to the development or success of something else.
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Pivotal moments determine history. |
crucial, key, essential, vital, critical, decisive
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minor, insignificant, peripheral, unimportant, trivial, secondary
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#603
🎯
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milestone
/ˈmaɪl.stəʊn/
noun
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A significant stage or event in the development of something; an important achievement.
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This milestone marks remarkable growth. |
landmark, achievement, breakthrough, turning point, accomplishment, success
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setback, failure, regression, decline, downfall, obstacle
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#604
🌍
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climate adaptation
/ˈklaɪ.mət əˌdæp.teɪ.ʃən/
noun
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The process of adjusting to current or expected climate change and its effects.
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Climate adaptation ensures resilience to change. |
environmental adjustment, climate response, adaptation strategy
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neglect, inaction, climate denial
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#605
♻️
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renewable
/rɪˈnjuː.ə.bəl/
adjective
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Able to be renewed or replaced naturally; not depleted when used.
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Renewable resources minimize environmental damage. |
sustainable, green, eco-friendly, clean, recyclable
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non-renewable, finite, exhaustible, limited, depleting
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#606
🔋
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energy security
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noun
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The reliable availability of energy sources at an affordable price for a nation or region.
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Energy security ensures consistent supply. |
energy stability, power security, fuel reliability
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energy scarcity, power shortage, fuel crisis
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#607
💰
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economic sustainability
/ˌek.əˈnɒm.ɪk səˌsteɪ.nəˈbɪl.ə.ti/
noun
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The ability of an economy to support a defined level of economic production indefinitely.
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Economic sustainability drives long-term growth. |
financial viability, economic stability, fiscal sustainability
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economic instability, financial crisis, unsustainable growth
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#608
⚡
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hydropower generation
/ˈhaɪ.drəʊˌpaʊər ˌdʒen.əˈreɪ.ʃən/
noun
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The production of electrical power through the use of the gravitational force of falling or flowing water.
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Hydropower generation promotes green energy. |
water power production, hydro energy, water-based electricity
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fossil fuel generation, coal power, thermal generation
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#609
🌱
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green energy
/ˌɡriːn ˈen.ə.dʒi/
noun
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Energy derived from renewable sources that have minimal environmental impact.
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Green energy reduces environmental harm. |
renewable energy, clean energy, sustainable power
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polluting energy, fossil fuels, dirty energy
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#610
💬
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sideline discussions
/ˈsaɪd.laɪn dɪˈskʌʃənz/
noun
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Informal or secondary conversations that occur outside the main agenda of a formal meeting.
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Sideline discussions often lead to agreements. |
secondary talks, informal conversations, side meetings
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main debates, formal sessions, official discussions
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#611
🤝
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bilateral negotiations
/ˌbaɪˈlæt.ər.əl nɪˌɡəʊ.ʃiˈeɪ.ʃənz/
noun
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Negotiations or discussions between two parties, typically countries or organizations.
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Bilateral negotiations resolve disputes. |
two-way talks, bipartisan discussions, dual negotiations
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unilateral decisions, multilateral talks, solo actions
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#612
📋
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agreements
/əˈɡriː.mənts/
noun
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Formal arrangements or understandings between two or more parties.
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Agreements strengthen partnerships. |
pacts, contracts, treaties, accords, deals, arrangements
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disagreements, conflicts, disputes, rejections, oppositions
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#613
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trade facilitation
/treɪd fəˌsɪl.ɪˈteɪ.ʃən/
noun
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The simplification, modernization and harmonization of export and import processes.
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Trade facilitation boosts economic growth. |
commerce support, trade enhancement, business facilitation
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trade barriers, commercial restrictions, import/export obstacles
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#614
➡️
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subsequent
/ˈsʌb.sɪ.kwənt/
adjective
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Coming after something in time; following in time or order.
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Subsequent events clarified the outcomes. |
following, succeeding, next, later, ensuing, consecutive
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previous, prior, earlier, preceding, former, antecedent
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#615
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proactive leadership
/ˌprəʊˈæk.tɪv ˈliː.də.ʃɪp/
noun
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Leadership that takes initiative and anticipates problems before they occur, rather than reacting to events.
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Proactive leadership ensures timely decisions. |
dynamic leadership, forward-thinking leadership, initiative-taking management
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passive management, reactive leadership, indecisive governance
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#616
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integrative diplomacy
/ˈɪn.tɪ.ɡreɪ.tɪv dɪˈpləʊ.mə.si/
noun
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A diplomatic approach that seeks to combine or coordinate different elements, interests, or parties into a unified whole.
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Integrative diplomacy strengthens alliances. |
inclusive negotiation, comprehensive diplomacy, unified approach
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divisive diplomacy, isolationist policy, fragmented approach
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#617
📈
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socioeconomic progress
/ˌsəʊ.ʃi.əʊˈek.ə.nɒm.ɪk ˈprɒɡ.res/
noun
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Advancement in both social and economic conditions of a society or community.
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Socioeconomic progress uplifts marginalized communities. |
economic development, social advancement, comprehensive growth
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stagnation, regression, economic decline
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