The Asian Institute of Diplomacy and International Affairs (AIDIA) has been working as a non-partisan think-tank since 2014, studying the ever-evolving geopolitical and geoeconomic dynamics of the Himalayan region. Based in Kathmandu, Nepal, it produces focused research and promotes dialogues on matters of geopolitics, foreign policy, aspects of global and domestic security, economics, trade and energy. The institution as an independent platform allows for a diverse set of individuals, from policy makers to independent experts, to engage and deliberate on issues relevant to the interests of the regional and global actors. It has also been actively facilitating debates and discussions amongst the interested youth to ensure their participation when analyzing the policy frameworks, ensuring their involvement in the decision-making processes within the relevant sectors.