On 27 February 2026, the NSBRRI hosted a hybrid Insights Seminar that brought together researchers and practitioners from Hong Kong and Istanbul to present and discuss the findings of a joint pilot research project on the business elite’s perceptions of the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) in the Greater Istanbul […]
Monthly Archives: February 2026
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“Welcome to Takht-i-Bahi — the majestic ‘Throne of the Water Spring,’ a UNESCO World Heritage gem of ancient Gandhara! Rising proudly on hilltops since the 1st century CE, this exceptionally preserved Buddhist monastery once buzzed with monks, pilgrims, and traders along the legendary Silk Road. Here, Buddhist wisdom flowed eastward, […]
For centuries, Afghanistan has been known as the “graveyard of empires,” a land defined by its rugged terrain and complex geopolitical rivalries. Today, it stands at a critical juncture, caught between the same old forces—internal divisions, ideological extremism, and the competing interests of international players. Yet, within this challenge lies […]
