The Centre for Bay of Bengal Studies atNalanda University(NU) was inaugurated by Saurabh Kumar, secretary (east), ministry of external affairs.
It is envisioned as a leading interdisciplinary research centre engaged in research, TEACHING and developing evidence-based public policy on diverse subjects of the Bay of Bengal region. The initiative aims at building an empirical Learning program related to the Bay of Bengal region and to study the emerging challenges in the Asia-Pacific region.
He emphasised the importance of studying maritime HISTORY to establish India’s ancient linkages with its neighbouring countries. “As the centre grows and develops, it will aid researchers and policymakers in decisions related to the maritime domain,” he added.
He commended the efforts made by University for leading the initiatives for pan-Asian academic collaborations and developing a collective knowledge Network across the continent.