Dhaka, Nov. 5 -- Environment, Forest and Climate Change Adviser Syeda Rizwana Hasan has called upon South Asian nations to rebuild trust, strengthen regional connectivity and pursue joint action as global disorder becomes the new reality.

She stressed that the region must act collectively to confront shared crises such as air and plastic pollution, water insecurity and escalating climate disasters. The Environment Adviser made the call while addressing the opening plenary titled 'Sustainable Development in the Emerging World Disorder' as guest of honour at the SDPI Annual Conference in Islamabad, Pakistan, says a release received on Tuesday.

"Environmental protection and development are not alternatives. Sustainability must be at the hear...