Climate Change Cooperation Between Bangladesh and India

Abstract

Climate change poses significant challenges to South Asia, particularly to Bangladesh and India, two neighboring countries highly vulnerable to its impacts. This research explores the scope of climate change cooperation between Bangladesh and India, emphasizing shared risks, vulnerabilities, and mutual benefits. Rising sea levels, severe weather conditions, water scarcity, and climate-induced migration are pressing issues threatening the socio-economic stability of both nations. The study investigates how international frameworks like the UNFCCC and regional platforms such as SAARC and BIMSTEC facilitate collaborative efforts in adaptation, mitigation, and resilience-building. Employing liberalism as a theoretical framework, the research underscores the imperative of coordinated strategies and shared resources to address climate challenges effectively. By analyzing existing and potential areas of cooperation, such as biodiversity conservation, disaster risk reduction, and water resource management, the study highlights the need for integrated policies and bilateral efforts to achieve sustainable development goals. The findings aim to contribute to the discourse on regional climate governance and inspire actionable solutions for addressing the environmental crises in South Asia.