, Jan. 26 -- Experts at a conference have emphasised the need to transcend 'land-centric diplomacy' and focus on equitable water-sharing policies to safeguard the natural flow of international rivers crossing Bangladesh and ensure their preservation.

Addressing the 10th International Water Conference, they stressed that Bangladesh's approach must align with global perspectives to seize emerging opportunities and implement effective strategies.

Organised by ActionAid Bangladesh, the two-day conference, themed "Water Geopolitics and the Future of Oceans," began on Sunday.

The event brought together experts from Bangladesh, Nepal, Australia, Singapore, China and India to address issues surrounding trans-boundary river geopolitics, oceanic...