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The Centre for Southeast Asian Studies at Nalanda University was inaugurated on March 31, 2026 by Secretary (East), Ministry of External Affairs, Shri P. Kumaran. The event was attended by Ambassadors, High Commissioners and representatives of Nalanda University’s partner countries, Vice Chancellors of various universities, and faculty of Nalanda University.
2. Prime Minister Narendra Modi had announced the establishment of the Centre for Southeast Asian Studies at Nalanda University during the 22nd ASEAN-India Summit held in Kuala Lumpur in October 2025.
3. Structured around ten interdisciplinary research clusters ranging from climate and maritime studies to trade, heritage, public health, migration, digital cooperation and international relations, the Centre aims to function as a knowledge partner to the ASEAN-India Comprehensive Strategic Partnership Plan of Action for 2026–2030.
4. The Centre will serve as a bridge between India and Southeast Asia by strengthening academic research, supporting policy engagement, and deepening cultural and civilisational ties.
New Delhi
April 01, 2026
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