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📢 Pre-Release Announcement
🎙️ New Episode Coming Soon!
Season 4, Episode 3 of the SADF Podcast is almost here!
Topic: Law, Rights, and Reality: Can Bangladesh Protect Its Minorities?
Guest: Ahmad Tabshir Chaudhary – Spokesperson, Ahmadiyya Muslim Jama’at Bangladesh
Host: Barrister Tapas Kanti Baul – Senior Associate, South Asia Democratic Forum (SADF)
đź“… Release Date: 10 January 2026
đź•› Time: 12:00 PM CET
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This episode dives deep into the growing threats and discriminatory rhetoric targeting the Ahmadiyya community in Bangladesh ahead of the national elections. We’ll explore the legal framework, political dynamics, and what can be done to safeguard minority rights in an increasingly polarized environment.
✅ Don’t miss this critical conversation on democracy, human rights, and the future of pluralism in South Asia.
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South Asia Democratic Forum

In the next episode of SADF Podcast, we will discuss "Unlocking Green Investment: FDI in Nepal’s Renewable Energy for Regional Climate Solutions". It will be premiered on 26 January at 4 PM CET.
In this episode, we explore how foreign direct investment (FDI) in Nepal’s renewable energy sector can help tackle urgent climate challenges. With abundant natural resources, Nepal offers unique opportunities for green investments that drive innovation, job creation, and sustainable development.
Join industry expert Prof. Tim Gocher OBE DL, Founder & CEO of Dolma Fund Management, and Sushmita Chaulagain, Legal Counsel at Dolma Advisors, as they delve into the potential and obstacles of FDI in Nepal’s renewable energy landscape—and discuss how these investments can enhance climate resilience across South Asia. Don’t miss this timely conversation on building a clean energy future!
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1 year ago | [YT] | 1