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Author Biography

Dr. Neeru Sidana is working as Associate Professor in Amity School of Economics (ASE), Amity University, Noida. Her areas of interest & research are: Applied Economics, Econometrics, Capital Market and gradings sustainability and health issues. Her doctorate degree is in “Financial Inclusion in India” from Department of Economics, MDU- Rohtak -Haryana, India. She has taught postgraduate & undergraduate students for the last 14 years and has been involved in research since 2012. She also worked as Associate Professor in Lovely Professional University, Jalandhar, Punjab, India and served as Sr. Lecturer in Kurukshetra University affiliated college namely Shri Siddhivinayak Educational Trust’s Group of Institutions, Haryana. She is a lifetime member of professional bodies such as Indian Commerce Association (ICA), All India Management Association (AIMA). She has published 25+ research articles and research papers in various international and national repute journals. She is recognized as an editor and reviewer for various referred and peer-reviewed national and international journals. She has published several books on sustainable development. Two of her books are about to be completed with Apple Academic Press that are specifically catering to sustainable development goals. She is recognized as a Research Supervisor and supervised two Ph. D Scholars and three are pursuing under her guidance.

DOI

https://doi.org/10.5038/1944-0472.18.2.2355

Subject Area Keywords

Afghanistan, Foreign policy, Governance and rule of law, National security, Peace studies

Abstract

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Many developing, landlocked countries, such as Nepal and Afghanistan, face significant challenges in accessing international markets, which hinders their development. These issues inspired the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS) in 1982, which grants landlocked states the right to navigate through coastal territories for trade. This article investigates how UNCLOS has influenced the transit and trade of Nepal and Afghanistan since the treaty's signing. The research examines the macroeconomic impacts of UNCLOS on these countries, focusing on trade trends and regional cooperation agreements. It analyzes how UNCLOS has facilitated increased trade and new economic activities while highlighting ongoing challenges, including reliance on neighboring ports, regional political instability, and infrastructural barriers. Additionally, the article evaluates UNCLOS's role in fostering regional collaboration and economic strategies for trade enhancement, alongside the contributions of organizations like the WTO in supporting landlocked states. Despite the legal frameworks established by UNCLOS, the overall impact on trade remains contingent upon global politics and the economic conditions of the countries involved. To optimize the benefits of UNCLOS for Nepal and Afghanistan, the article recommends policies that emphasize regional cooperation, infrastructure development, and engagement with international organizations to strengthen trade opportunities.

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