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Home | South Asia Subregional Economic Cooperationasia, pacific, south asia, regional cooperation, sasec, bangladesh, bhutan, india, maldives, myanmar, nepal, sri lanka, trade facilitation, economic corridor development, energy, transport, economic cooperationSASEC brings together Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Maldives, Myanmar, Nepal and Sri Lanka in a project-based partnership to promote prosperity for the people in the region.Home | South Asia Subregional Economic Cooperation Search Toggle navigation About Us What is SASEC Strategy Discussion Platform SASEC On The Move Sectors Transport Transport Projects Transport Events Transport Publications Discussion Platform Trade Facilitation Trade Facilitation Projects Trade Facilitation Events Trade Facilitation Publications Discussion Platform SASEC Trade Information Portal Bhutan Maldives Energy Energy Projects Energy Events Energy Publications Discussion Platform Economic Corridor Development Countries Bangladesh Bhutan India Maldives Myanmar Nepal Sri Lanka Projects News and Events Events News Publications Publications List e-Newsletter Millennium Challenge Corporation-Nepal Inks $12 Million Contract for 18 km Cross-border Electricity Transmission LineNepal has taken a significant step in enhancing its energy cooperation with India by signing a $12.36 million contract for an 18 km cross-border electricity transmission line under the broader Electricity Transmission Project of the Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) Nepal Compact. The transmission line will connect the 400 kV New Butwal Substation in Nawalparasi Bardaghat Susta West to the Nepal-India border and includes the construction of three substations. Read More Bhutan’s Druk Green Power and India's Adani Group Sign Wangchhu Hydropower Project MoUThe Druk Green Power Corporation of Bhutan and the Adani Group of India have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for the construction of the Wangchhu Hydropower Project. This agreement marks a significant step in the ongoing cooperation between Bhutan and India in the energy sector. Read More India-Sri Lanka Ferry Service ResumesThe passenger ferry service between India and Sri Lanka resumed operations on 16 August 2024, marking a significant milestone in strengthening bilateral relations and maritime connectivity. The Sivagangai ferry successfully completed its inaugural journey between Nagapattinam in Tamil Nadu, India, and Kankesanthurai, in Jaffna, Sri Lanka, covering approximately 60 nautical miles in about 3.5 hours.Read More Bhutan Identifies Four New Routes for Areca Nut Exports to IndiaTo address the additional costs and logistical challenges faced by areca nut producers from other regions, the government of Bhutan is actively engaging with India to include more land customs stations (LCS) for areca nut exports. Formal requests have been sent by the Government of Bhutan to the Government of India to allow exports through (i) Hatisar-Gelephu, (ii) Daranga-Samdrup Jongkhar, (iii) Kulkuli-Lhamoizingkha, and (iv) Kamardwisa-Nganglam.Read More Maldives, Sri Lanka Look to Deepen Economic TiesMr. Moosa Zameer, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Government of Maldives, met with Sri Lanka Prime Minister Dinesh Gunawardena to discuss strengthening economic cooperation between the two countries. They exchanged views on expanding ties in areas including trade and investment.Read More Events 08 NovRegional CooperationMeeting of the SASEC Senior Officials06 NovEnergySASEC Energy Working Group (EWG) Meeting05 NovTransportSASEC Transport Working Group (TWG) Meeting 04 NovTrade FacilitationSASEC Trade Facilitation Working Group (TFWG) MeetingMore News 30 August 2024Millennium Challenge Corporation-Nepal Inks $12 Million Contract for 18 km Cross-border Electricity Transmission Line 30 August 2024Bhutan’s Druk Green Power and India's Adani Group Sign Wangchhu Hydropower Project MoU 20 August 2024Integrating Southeast and South Asia through Regional Institutions17 August 2024India-Sri Lanka Ferry Service ResumesMore Projects BangladeshTransport/RailRailway Sector Investment Project (Subproject 1)BhutanTransport/RoadRoad Network Project IIBhutanTransport/AirAir Transport Connectivity Enhancement ProjectIndiaTransport/RoadSASEC Road Connectivity Investment ProgramMore Publications About Us What is SASEC Strategy Discussion Platform Quick Links e-Newsletter Timeline Corridor Maps Navigation Site Map Disclaimer Related Sites Contact us Website Statistics: © 2013 South Asia Subregional Economic Cooperation Program. All Rights Reserved.enusen_US1730096101https://sasec.asia