Northern Lights: Regional Peace and Security
The water PRIOR USE clause of Mahakali agreement should be removed to make the treaty beneficial for both sides,and clear the path for future projects.Nothing less than the country�s national interest could be at the stake. ...

LGCDP and Donor Harmonization: The case of community mediation services
A common framework needs to be devised not only for funding but also for harmonizing the multiple donor and NGO projects. A coherent and coordinated approach is necessary to assure that the government takes up implementation of the community mediatio...

Democratic Deficits in International Institutions
Are the IMF, World Bank and UN Characterized by a Democratic Deficit? If So, Do Such Deficits in Legitimacy and Accountability Matter?...

Innocence lost
Any form of violence or harm done to children, be it physical, sexual, psychological or through neglect, is considered child abuse. Around the world, violence — in its multitudinous contexts and forms — remains a harsh reality for millions of childre...

A little help from our friends
Foreign aid to Nepal is provided by a diverse group of donors, including OECD-DAC donors, International Financial Institutions (IFIs), United Nations agencies, global vertical funds and providers of South-South cooperation. ...