Centre on Integrated Rural Development for Asia and the Pacific (CIRDAP)

15/01/2026

📢 Webinar Today | Knowledge Series 49: NAMCSSTC – Key Initiatives and Contributions

This is a gentle reminder to join us today (Thursday, 15 January 2026) an insightful webinar titled “Non-Aligned Movement Centre for South-South Technical Cooperation (NAMCSSTC): Key Initiatives and Contributions.”

⏰ Time: 11:00 a.m. (Bangladesh) | 12:00 p.m. (Indonesia)
💻 Platform: Zoom
⏱ Duration: One hour

The webinar will be graced by Honourable Ambassador Diar Nurbintoro, S.H., M.H., Director, NAMCSSTC, Jakarta, Indonesia, as the keynote speaker. He will be accompanied by Mr. Syafi Satya Sakti, Assistant Director for Programme, NAMCSSTC.

This session will highlight the key initiatives, roles, and contributions of NAMCSSTC in advancing South-South Technical Cooperation among developing countries.

🔗 Join the webinar:
https://zoom.us/j/96399742930?pwd=82VJnX2Xawz9VOwbY8ICAwqBdqyUkD.1

Meeting ID: 963 9974 2930
Passcode: 120157

Your participation and insights will be highly valuable.

Centre on Integrated Rural Development for Asia and the Pacific (CIRDAP)
Krishi Jagran



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14/01/2026

📢 Webinar Tomorrow | Knowledge Series 49: NAMCSSTC – Key Initiatives and Contributions

This is a gentle reminder to join us tomorrow (Thursday, 15 January 2026) an insightful webinar titled “Non-Aligned Movement Centre for South-South Technical Cooperation (NAMCSSTC): Key Initiatives and Contributions.”

📅 Date: Thursday, 15 January 2026
⏰ Time: 11:00 a.m. (Bangladesh) | 12:00 p.m. (Indonesia)
💻 Platform: Zoom
⏱ Duration: One hour

The webinar will be graced by Honourable Ambassador Diar Nurbintoro, S.H., M.H., Director, NAMCSSTC, Jakarta, Indonesia, as the keynote speaker. He will be accompanied by Mr. Syafi Satya Sakti, Assistant Director for Programme, NAMCSSTC.

This session will highlight the key initiatives, roles, and contributions of NAMCSSTC in advancing South-South Technical Cooperation among developing countries.

🔗 Join the webinar:
https://zoom.us/j/96399742930?pwd=82VJnX2Xawz9VOwbY8ICAwqBdqyUkD.1

Meeting ID: 963 9974 2930
Passcode: 120157

For more information about NAMCSSTC, visit:
https://www.csstc.org/

Your participation and insights will be highly valuable. Kindly circulate this invitation within your network to broaden its reach.

Centre on Integrated Rural Development for Asia and the Pacific (CIRDAP)
Krishi Jagran



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13/01/2026

CIRDAP-REEDS Upcoming Rural Development Innovation Challenge – 2026

The Centre on Integrated Rural Development for Asia and the Pacific (CIRDAP), in collaboration with the Rural Economic and Educational Development Society (REEDS), is preparing to launch an exciting new initiative titled the Rural Development Innovation Challenge. This upcoming programme aims to identify, support and promote groundbreaking ideas that can transform rural lives across CIRDAP’s fifteen Member Countries in Asia and Pacific Region.

Rural communities across Asia and the Pacific continue to face multiple and interconnected challenges such as poverty, inequality, climate risks, limited access to education and healthcare, poor infrastructure, lack of digital connectivity, and restricted employment opportunities leading to youth migration. Recognizing these pressing issues, the Innovation Challenge will serve as a platform to inspire creative solutions and practical models that can address these challenges and contribute to sustainable rural transformation.
The CIRDAP-REEDS Innovation Challenge will call for submissions from experts, agencies, ministries, non-governmental organizations, research institutions, and individuals from CIRDAP Member Countries. Entries may include innovative technologies, processes, policy models, success stories, or community-based initiatives that demonstrate measurable impact and potential for scaling up.

Through this initiative, CIRDAP seeks to:

• Encourage innovation and creativity in tackling rural challenges.
• Promote low-cost, high-impact, and inclusive solutions.
• Empower women, youth, indigenous peoples, and vulnerable groups.
• Advance progress towards the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

The Innovation Challenge will offer recognition, awards, and opportunities for collaboration, spotlighting the most outstanding rural innovations emerging from within CIRDAP Member Countries. Last date of submission : 28 February 2026.

For details please click the link below:

https://cirdap.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/CIRDAP-International-Rural-Development-Innovation-Challenge-2026-Final.pdf

Stay tuned for more updates on how to participate in this upcoming initiative that promises to bring “One Innovation. Endless Change. Countless Smiles.”

For future announcements and details, please contact:
communication_officer@cirdap.org

Rural Economic and Educational Development Society - REEDS NGO, Hyderabad
Krishi Jagran



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12/01/2026

Preserving Heritage: Students of the University of Dhaka Explore the Iconic Chameli House

A group of students from the Department of History, University of Dhaka, visited CIRDAP as part of their coursework on Bangladesh: Archaeology, Heritage, and Culture on January 11, 2026. As part of their academic requirements, the students conducted an intensive fieldwork session at the historic Chameli House, an iconic site reflecting Bangladesh’s rich architectural and cultural evolution.

During the visit, the students closely examined the building’s intricate design and historical layers, gaining hands-on insights that extended well beyond the classroom. They also interviewed long-serving staff members to understand the past and present transformations of Chameli House, enriching their research with lived experiences and institutional memory.

CIRDAP is proud to facilitate such academic engagements that bridge historical knowledge with heritage conservation and research. We warmly welcome initiatives that foster awareness, scholarship, and appreciation of Bangladesh’s invaluable cultural heritage.



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11/01/2026

CIRDAP is pleased to commence its Knowledge Series 2026 with an upcoming webinar titled “Non-Aligned Movement Centre for South-South Technical Cooperation (NAMCSSTC): Key Initiatives and Contributions.”

📅 Date: Thursday, 15 January 2026
⏰ Time: 11:00 a.m. (Bangladesh time) | 12:00 p.m. (Indonesia time)
💻 Platform: Zoom
⏱️ Duration: One hour

The webinar will be graced by Honourable Ambassador Diar Nurbintoro, S.H., M.H., Director, Non-Aligned Movement Centre for South-South Technical Cooperation (NAMCSSTC), Jakarta, Indonesia, as the keynote speaker.
He will be accompanied by Mr. Syafi Satya Sakti, Assistant Director for Programme, NAMCSSTC.

This session will highlight the key initiatives, roles, and contributions of NAMCSSTC in advancing South-South Technical Cooperation among developing countries.

🔗 Join the webinar:
https://zoom.us/j/96399742930?pwd=82VJnX2Xawz9VOwbY8ICAwqBdqyUkD.1

Meeting ID: 963 9974 2930
Passcode: 120157

For more information about NAMCSSTC, please visit:
https://www.csstc.org/

Your participation and insights will be highly valuable. Kindly circulate this invitation within your network to help broaden its impact.

Centre on Integrated Rural Development for Asia and the Pacific (CIRDAP)
Krishi Jagran



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10/01/2026

Inauguration of International workshop on Climate-Resilient Agriculture Research and Collaboration held in Karnataka, India, 2026.

Watch the inauguration highlights here:

👉 https://youtu.be/smYR0p073Ng?si=ytKvbn947pK_W2R9

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Inauguration of International workshop on Climate-Resilient Agriculture Research and Collaboration in Karnataka, India. -2026.

09/01/2026

You want to Partner: CIRDAP Launches the Project Facilitation Centre (PFC)

Ready to make your rural development dream a reality by transforming rural ideas into real impact?

The Centre on Integrated Rural Development for Asia and the Pacific (CIRDAP) proudly presents the Project Facilitation Centre (PFC), a forward looking initiative designed to empower and support our network of partners across member countries!

This dynamic platform is your central hub for collaboration and innovation. We work to ensure that your transformative ideas are turned into impactful actions that drive inclusive and sustainable growth.

The Project Facilitation Centre strengthens your capacity by:
• Unlocking access to global funding opportunities.
• Mobilizing essential resources for your project.
• Streamlining project planning and implementation processes.
• Fostering coordination to enhance rural livelihoods.

Do not let your transformative ideas wait! Submit your project proposal, and we will facilitate it on your behalf with our Development Partners!

Operational Guideline for CIRDAP Project Facilitation Centre (PFC)
Please click the link below:

https://cirdap.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/PFC-Operational-Guide_final.pdf

For more information or inquiries, contact us at: director_research@cirdap.org



Centre on Integrated Rural Development for Asia and the Pacific (CIRDAP)
Krishi Jagran

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07/01/2026

Voice of CIRDAP – December 2025: Stories of Progress, Partnership & Impact

Check out our Monthly E-Bulletin (Voice of CIRDAP): Issue-16, December 2025.

This issue highlights CIRDAP’s recent activities, inspiring rural development initiatives, and key updates from across the Asia-Pacific region. Stay informed about how CIRDAP and its partners are driving innovation, inclusivity, and sustainability in rural communities.

You can access full E-Bulletin at the link below 👇:

https://cirdap.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Voice-of-CIRDAP-December-2025.pdf



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06/01/2026

DG, CIRDAP Inspires Young Researchers in India by Highlighting Practical Pathways for Climate-Resilient Agriculture Research

HE. Dr. P. Chandra Shekara, Director General, CIRDAP, addressed as Chief Guest at the inauguration of the International Workshop on “Empowering Early Career Researchers in Advancing Climate-Resilient Agriculture Research and Collaboration” held in Karnataka, India.

The workshop was organized by Keladi Shivappa Nayaka University of Agricultural and Horticultural Sciences, Shivamogga, in collaboration with the Natural Resources Institute, University of Greenwich, UK, with support from the British Council.

In his address, he encouraged early career researchers to focus on solutions that are practical, inclusive, and grounded in local realities. He emphasized learning from existing knowledge, working closely with farmers, cooperatives, FPOs, and extension systems, and ensuring that research moves beyond publications to real climate action.

Dr. Shekara highlighted the importance of holistic climate-resilient agriculture packages, post-harvest management, affordable digital solutions, farmer-to-farmer extension, and branding of climate-smart products to turn resilience into income. He also stressed collaboration with startups, government programmes, and the use of social media to scale good practices.

Natural Resources Institute - University of Greenwich
Krishi Jagran



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04/01/2026

Honoring Myanmar’s Independence Day: A Journey of Resilience and Rural Prosperity

Commemorating the spirit of freedom and the golden land! As January 4th marks the 78th Anniversary of Myanmar’s Independence, the Centre on Integrated Rural Development for Asia and the Pacific (CIRDAP) extends its warmest greetings to its esteemed member country.
Since joining the CIRDAP family, Myanmar has been a vital partner in the collective mission to transform rural landscapes and empower local communities across the Asia-Pacific. On this historic day, there is deep appreciation for the nation's rich heritage, its resilient people, and its ongoing contributions toward sustainable development and regional cooperation.

May this day bring a renewed sense of unity and prosperity to every village and township across the Republic of the Union of Myanmar.


သမဝါယမနှင့်ကျေးလက်ဖွံ့ဖြိုးရေးဝန်ကြီးဌာန
Krishi Jagran



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03/01/2026

CIRDAP-REEDS Upcoming Rural Development Innovation Challenge – 2026

The Centre on Integrated Rural Development for Asia and the Pacific (CIRDAP), in collaboration with the Rural Economic and Educational Development Society (REEDS), is preparing to launch an exciting new initiative titled the Rural Development Innovation Challenge. This upcoming programme aims to identify, support and promote groundbreaking ideas that can transform rural lives across CIRDAP’s fifteen Member Countries in Asia and Pacific Region.

Rural communities across Asia and the Pacific continue to face multiple and interconnected challenges such as poverty, inequality, climate risks, limited access to education and healthcare, poor infrastructure, lack of digital connectivity, and restricted employment opportunities leading to youth migration. Recognizing these pressing issues, the Innovation Challenge will serve as a platform to inspire creative solutions and practical models that can address these challenges and contribute to sustainable rural transformation.
The CIRDAP-REEDS Innovation Challenge will call for submissions from experts, agencies, ministries, non-governmental organizations, research institutions, and individuals from CIRDAP Member Countries. Entries may include innovative technologies, processes, policy models, success stories, or community-based initiatives that demonstrate measurable impact and potential for scaling up.

Through this initiative, CIRDAP seeks to:

• Encourage innovation and creativity in tackling rural challenges.
• Promote low-cost, high-impact, and inclusive solutions.
• Empower women, youth, indigenous peoples, and vulnerable groups.
• Advance progress towards the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

The Innovation Challenge will offer recognition, awards, and opportunities for collaboration, spotlighting the most outstanding rural innovations emerging from within CIRDAP Member Countries. Last date of submission : 28 February 2026.

For details please click the link below:

https://cirdap.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/CIRDAP-International-Rural-Development-Innovation-Challenge-2026-Final.pdf

Stay tuned for more updates on how to participate in this upcoming initiative that promises to bring “One Innovation. Endless Change. Countless Smiles.”

For future announcements and details, please contact:
communication_officer@cirdap.org



Rural Economic and Educational Development Society - REEDS NGO, Hyderabad
Krishi Jagran

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