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🌞 छठ पूजाको हार्दिक शुभकामना! सूर्यदेव र छठी माताको आराधना गरिने पावन पर्व छठ पूजाको अवसरमा सम्पूर्ण नेपाली दाजुभाइ तथा दिदीबहिनीहरूमा हार्दिक मंगलमय शुभकामना व्यक्त गर्दछौँ। आस्था, समर्पण, शुद्धता र प्रकृतिप्रतिको सम्मानको प्रतीक यस पर्वले सबैको जीवनमा सुख, शान्ति, सुस्वास्थ्य, समृद्धि र सकारात्मक ऊर्जा ल्याओस्। यस पावन पर्वले हाम्रो सांस्कृतिक विविधता, सामाजिक सद्भाव र आपसी एकतालाई अझ सुदृढ बनाओस्। छठी माताले सबैको कल्याण गरून्। Asian Institute of Diplomacy and International Affairs (AIDIA) - Think Tank & Graduate School 🌐 aidia.edu.np #ChhathPuja #HappyChhath #छठपूजा #AIDIA #CulturalHeritage #Nepal

Happy Bhai Tika 2083! | शुभ भाइटीका ! भाइटीकाको पावन अवसरमा सम्पूर्ण नेपाली दाजुभाइ तथा दिदीबहिनीहरूमा हार्दिक मंगलमय शुभकामना! May this beautiful celebration of love, trust, and lifelong bonds bring happiness, good health, prosperity, and togetherness to every family. At AIDIA, we celebrate the traditions that connect generations, strengthen relationships, and preserve our shared cultural heritage. Wishing everyone a joyful and blessed Bhai Tika! AIDIA | Think Tank & Graduate School aidia.edu.np #HappyBhaiTika #BhaiTika2083 #Tihar2083 #AIDIA #NepaliCulture #CelebratingTraditions

न्हूदँया भिंतुना! | नेपाल संवत् ११४७ को हार्दिक शुभकामना! नेपालको मौलिक इतिहास, सांस्कृतिक पहिचान र सामुदायिक एकताको प्रतीक नेपाल संवत् ११४७ को शुभारम्भका अवसरमा सम्पूर्ण नेपालीहरूमा हार्दिक मंगलमय शुभकामना व्यक्त गर्दछौँ। नेपाल संवत् केवल समय गणनाको प्रणाली होइन। यो हाम्रो सभ्यताको निरन्तरता, सांस्कृतिक विविधता र ऐतिहासिक चेतनाको जीवन्त सम्पदा हो। आफ्नो इतिहास र पहिचानको सम्मान गर्दै ज्ञान, अनुसन्धान र नवप्रवर्तनमार्फत समृद्ध भविष्य निर्माण गर्न यो नयाँ वर्षले हामी सबैलाई प्रेरणा प्रदान गरोस्। AIDIA – Think Tank & Graduate School #NepalSambat1147 #NhudayaBhintuna #AIDIA #NepaliHeritage #CulturalIdentity

गाई तिहारको हार्दिक शुभकामना! नेपालीहरूको महान् पर्व तिहारको पावन अवसरमा सम्पूर्ण नेपालीहरूमा हार्दिक मंगलमय शुभकामना व्यक्त गर्दछौँ। मातृत्व, पोषण र समृद्धिको प्रतीकका रूपमा गाईलाई सम्मान गर्ने हाम्रो परम्पराले मानव, प्रकृति र अन्य जीवबीचको गहिरो सम्बन्धलाई उजागर गर्दछ। गाई तिहारले हामीलाई प्रकृतिप्रति कृतज्ञ हुन, सबै जीवप्रति करुणा राख्न र सहअस्तित्वको मूल्य आत्मसात् गर्न प्रेरित गर्दछ। यस पर्वले हाम्रो समाजमा सद्भाव, संवेदनशीलता र समृद्धिको भावना अझ सुदृढ बनाओस्। AIDIA – Think Tank & Graduate School #GaiTihar #Tihar2026 #AIDIA #NepaliCulture #RespectForNature

As we celebrate the festival of lights, may Goddess Laxmi bless everyone with prosperity, happiness, good health, and abundance. May this occasion inspire us to embrace new opportunities, nurture knowledge, and work towards a future illuminated by wisdom, progress, and shared prosperity. Wishing everyone a joyous and prosperous Laxmi Puja! AIDIA – Think Tank & Graduate School #HappyLaxmiPuja #LaxmiPuja #FestivalOfLights #dipawali #AIDIA #Prosperity #KnowledgeAndProgress

लक्ष्मी पूजाको हार्दिक मंगलमय शुभकामना! प्रकाश, समृद्धि र सकारात्मक ऊर्जाको प्रतीक लक्ष्मी पूजाको पावन अवसरमा सम्पूर्ण नेपालीहरूमा सुख, शान्ति, समृद्धि र सफलताको हार्दिक शुभकामना व्यक्त गर्दछौँ। दीपावलीको उज्यालोले हरेक घर, परिवार र समुदायमा नयाँ आशा, अवसर र खुशीयाली ल्याओस्। समृद्धि केवल धनमा सीमित हुँदैन। ज्ञान, विवेक, नैतिकता र मानवीय मूल्यहरूले नै दिगो एवं अर्थपूर्ण समृद्धिको आधार निर्माण गर्दछन्। ज्ञानको प्रकाशसँगै समृद्ध भविष्यको कामना। AIDIA – Think Tank & Graduate School #LaxmiPuja #Deepawali2026 #Tihar2026 #AIDIA #KnowledgeAndProsperity

कुकुर तिहारको हार्दिक शुभकामना! निष्ठा, विश्वास र निःस्वार्थ प्रेमको प्रतीक कुकुरलाई सम्मान गर्ने यस विशेष अवसरमा सम्पूर्णमा हार्दिक शुभकामना। कुकुर तिहार केवल एउटा सांस्कृतिक परम्परा होइन, मानव र अन्य जीवबीचको आत्मीय सम्बन्ध, सहअस्तित्व र करुणाको सुन्दर अभिव्यक्ति पनि हो। यस पर्वले हामी सबैलाई विश्वासको मूल्य बुझ्न, जीवनप्रति संवेदनशील बन्न र सबै प्राणीको सम्मान गर्न प्रेरित गरोस्। AIDIA – Think Tank & Graduate School #KukurTihar #Tihar2026 #AIDIA #Compassion #NepaliTraditions

काग तिहारको हार्दिक शुभकामना! नेपालीहरूको महान् पर्व तिहारको पहिलो दिन काग तिहारको अवसरमा सम्पूर्ण नेपालीहरूमा हार्दिक मंगलमय शुभकामना व्यक्त गर्दछौँ। सन्देशवाहकका रूपमा सम्मान गरिने कागको पूजा गर्ने हाम्रो परम्पराले प्रकृति, जीवजन्तु र मानव जीवनबीचको गहिरो सम्बन्धलाई प्रतिबिम्बित गर्दछ। यस पर्वले सहअस्तित्व, प्रकृतिप्रतिको सम्मान र पर्यावरणीय सन्तुलनप्रति हाम्रो जिम्मेवारीलाई अझ बलियो बनाओस्। AIDIA – Think Tank & Graduate School #KaagTihar #Tihar2026 #AIDIA #NepaliCulture #RespectNature

Asian Institute of Diplomacy and International Affairs -AIDIA is pleased to partner with Chintan Research Foundation (CRF) in organising a symposium on “The Power of Partnership: Advancing India–Nepal Energy Cooperation.” The symposium will bring together key stakeholders to explore opportunities for strengthening India–Nepal energy cooperation, advancing renewable energy, and promoting regional energy security. #AIDIA #CRFInNepal #IndiaNepalRelations #EnergyCooperation #RenewableEnergy

AIDIA Dean Prof. Imtiaz Ahmed at the Global Governance Forum in China Prof. Dr. Imtiaz Ahmed, Dean of AIDIA’s Master in International Affairs, Economy and Diplomacy (MIAED) programme, participated in the Global Governance Forum in Xiong’an, China, engaging in discussions on global governance, innovation and international cooperation. His participation reflects AIDIA’s commitment to connecting academic learning with global policy dialogues and emerging perspectives on Asian futures. Read the news: bastillepost.com/global/arti… #AIDIA #MIAED #ImtiazAhmed #GlobalGovernance #AsianFutures

In an interview with @b360nepal, Prof. Dr. Imtiaz Ahmed, Dean of the Master in International Affairs, Economy and Diplomacy (MIAED) at the Asian Institute of Diplomacy and International Affairs (AIDIA) in academic partnership with Kathmandu University (KU), shares his insights on Nepal’s evolving foreign policy priorities, regional economic dynamics, and the challenges and opportunities presented by a multipolar world and technological advancements like AI. Drawing on his extensive academic and policy experience, Prof. Dr. Ahmed highlights the importance of rethinking conventional approaches to international relations and equipping the next generation of diplomats, policymakers, and strategic thinkers with the knowledge and practical skills required to navigate emerging global challenges. His perspectives reflect AIDIA’s commitment to advancing critical inquiry, strengthening diplomatic capacity, and fostering a deeper understanding of Asia’s evolving role in the international order. AIDIA-MIAED Research. Dialogue. Education. Practice. Read the full interview: b360nepal.com/detail/30482/n…

Introducing The Asian Futures Podcast | Episode 01 Where Asia’s ideas meet tomorrow’s possibilities. Asia is at the centre of profound transformations in geopolitics, technology, economics, and global power. Understanding these shifts calls for deeper conversations, fresh perspectives, and the imagination to look beyond the present. We are pleased to share the inaugural episode of The Asian Futures Podcast, an intellectual initiative of the AIDIA Centre for Asian Futures. In this first episode, Dr. Imtiaz Ahmed, Professor and Dean of AIDIA MIAED, joins Sajina Rai, Program Director at AIDIA, for a thoughtful conversation exploring Asian futures, emerging global realities, and the ideas shaping tomorrow’s world. The podcast creates a space for critical inquiry and forward-looking dialogue, bringing together distinguished thinkers, scholars, policymakers, and practitioners to explore Asia’s evolving place in an interconnected world. 🎧 Watch Episode 01: youtu.be/Wu6S0F0s3TE We invite you to watch, share your perspectives, and join the conversation on the futures we are shaping together. The Asian Futures Podcast An initiative of the AIDIA Centre for Asian Futures Imagining Asia, Shaping Tomorrow.

Happy Dashain from AIDIA – Think Tank & Graduate School As we celebrate the auspicious festival of Dashain, may this season bring happiness, good health, prosperity, and harmony to every home. May Dashain inspire us to embrace the values of unity, compassion, courage, and renewal as we work together to build a brighter, more peaceful, and prosperous future for Nepal and the world. On this joyous occasion, Mr. Sunil K.C. (Khatri Chhetri), Founder & Executive Chairman of AIDIA, extends his warmest wishes to our students, faculty, colleagues, partners, and their families. May the blessings of Dashain bring new hope, fresh beginnings, and lasting happiness to all. Wishing you and your loved ones a very Happy Dashain! AIDIA – Think Tank & Graduate School Building Bridges. Shaping Futures. 🌐 aidia.edu.np #HappyDashain #Dashain2083 #AIDIA #BuildingBridgesShapingFutures #Nepal

A Masterclass on the Political Economy of Asian Futures How will economic transformation, shifting global power and regional dynamics shape Asia’s future? The inaugural cohort of AIDIA–MIAED engaged with Amb. Dr. Shankar Prasad Sharma, former Ambassador of Nepal to the United States and India, former Vice-Chairman of the National Planning Commission, Government of Nepal, and Governing Council Member of AIDIA, in a masterclass titled “Political Economy of Asian Futures.” The session explored the intersections of economics, politics and international affairs, encouraging students to examine Asia’s evolving economic landscape and the implications of regional and global transformations for Nepal. The discussion connected the broader forces shaping Asia’s future with the questions of economic development, regional cooperation and Nepal’s place in an increasingly interconnected world. Connecting economic thought, strategic perspectives and the emerging possibilities of Asian futures. AIDIA – MIAED | Inaugural Cohort 2026–2028 In academic partnership with Kathmandu University. @DrShankarSharma #AIDIA #MIAED #AsianFutures #PoliticalEconomy #EconomicDiplomacy #Asia #Nepal #InternationalAffairs #KathmanduUniversity

A Masterclass on Methods & Methodologies How do we ask better questions, build sound arguments and produce meaningful knowledge in international affairs? The inaugural cohort of AIDIA–MIAED engaged with Dr. Imtiaz Ahmed, Professor and Dean, AIDIA, in a masterclass on “Methods & Methodologies.” The session explored the foundations of rigorous academic inquiry, emphasising the importance of research design, methodological choices and critical thinking in understanding complex political, economic and international developments. For aspiring diplomats, policymakers and scholars, the masterclass highlighted that meaningful analysis begins not only with asking the right questions, but also with choosing the right ways to investigate them. Building the intellectual foundations for rigorous research, critical inquiry and evidence-informed policymaking. AIDIA – MIAED | Inaugural Cohort 2026–2028 In academic partnership with Kathmandu University. #AIDIA #MIAED #ResearchMethods #Methodology #CriticalThinking #InternationalAffairs #AcademicExcellence #KathmanduUniversity

AIDIA was pleased to host Prof. Venkatesh Balasubramanian, PhD, Professor in the Department Engineering Design at @iitmadras, Founder of RBG Labs, and Head of the Centre of Excellence for Road Safety (CoERS), for an engaging session on: “Engineering the Future of Diplomacy: AI, Human Factors, and Strategic Sovereignty.” The session explored the evolving intersection of artificial intelligence, human-centred engineering, strategic decision-making and national sovereignty, bringing an engineering perspective to questions increasingly shaping international affairs. Prof. Balasubramanian’s extensive work across AI-enabled systems, human factors, biomechanics and national safety infrastructure offered students and participants an opportunity to examine how technological capability can translate into strategic capacity and influence. As AI increasingly becomes part of the infrastructure of economic, technological and geopolitical power, conversations that connect engineering with diplomacy and strategic affairs are essential to understanding the world ahead. AIDIA | Think Tank & Graduate School Shaping ideas for a changing world. @IndiaInNepal @EONIndia #AIDIA #IITMadras #AI #Diplomacy #MIAED

Happy Dashain 2083! May this auspicious festival bring happiness, good health, prosperity, and harmony to you and your loved ones. As we celebrate the spirit of Dashain, may it inspire renewed hope, strengthen our bonds, and encourage us to build a brighter, more peaceful future together. Warmest wishes for a joyful and blessed Dashain from AIDIA – Think Tank & Graduate School. Building Bridges. Shaping Futures. #HappyDashain2083 #AIDIA #AsianInstituteOfDiplomacyAndInternationalAffairs #FestiveGreetings #BuildingBridgesShapingFutures

CONGRATULATIONS, MR. KUNAL KAYAL! The Asian Institute of Diplomacy and International Affairs (AIDIA) extends its warmest congratulations to Mr. Kunal Kayal on his unanimous election President of the @nicci_1994 for the 2026–2028 term. As a seasoned business leader and former Vice President of NICCI, we wish him every success in advancing Nepal–India economic cooperation, strengthening trade and investment partnerships, and opening new avenues for shared prosperity. We look forward to seeing NICCI continue its important role in building bridges between the business communities of Nepal and India. Wishing Mr. Kayal and the newly elected Executive Committee a successful and impactful tenure. AIDIA | Asian Institute of Diplomacy and International Affairs Building Bridges. Shaping Futures. #AIDIA #NICCI #KunalKayal #NepalIndiaRelations #EconomicDiplomacy #TradeAndInvestment