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Is Water Still a Bridge—or Becoming a Weapon?

The Indus Waters Treaty has survived wars and decades of mistrust. But with climate shocks, development pressures, and India's recent decision to keep the treaty in abeyance, the future of this historic agreement is at a crossroads.

Join Arghya Sengupta in conversation with Dr. Daniel Haines, author of Rivers Divided and Associate Professor at UCL, as they unpack:

- The origins and evolution of the IWT
- Water as a strategic tool in India–Pakistan relations
- What a reimagined water treaty could look like in an age of climate risk and regional realignment