Question

SAARC Council -

Success of SAARC

Answer 1

1. SAARC has performed positively in certain fields. For example, a centre for the dissemination of agro-related information was established in Bangladesh, and it has also served as a platform for research on seeds, animal husbandry, and fisheries.
2. A ‘SAARC’ center for meteorological research was established in Dhaka. An orthopedic center was established in Kathmandu.
3. Efforts are being made to promote tourism in SAARC countries.
4. SAARC is also working to eliminate poverty in the countries in South Asia with the help of the Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (ESCAP).
5. An inter-governmental group was established to formulate an agreement (SAFTA – South Asian Free Trade Area) for promoting free trade and economic cooperation among the SAARC nations.
6. The SAARC Documentation Centre was established in Delhi for the dissemination of information.
7. The SAARC Human Resources Development Centre was established in Islamabad, Pakistan.
8. Agreements were signed to counter the smuggling of narcotic drugs. Committees were appointed for development in the fields of postal services and transportation.