VIT University chancellor G. Viswanathan stressed the need to take steps to evolve a common currency for Asia, and once successful, think on the lines of forming an Asian Union.
“Asia is rising in the 21st century. India and China account for one-third of the world’s population. Countries in Asia should cooperate and learn from each other to overtake other countries. To begin with, an Asian currency could be launched,” he said at a programme on Friday.
Noting such a common currency for Asia as essential, he said “it is not easy, but not impossible.” “Once successful, we can think of an Asian Union, on the lines of the European Union or even a better one,” he said. The chancellor stressed the need for Asian countries to maintain good relationship.
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Jaffna University
He said a team had already been sent to Jaffna University and was expecting to sign an agreement.
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Delivering a special lecture on the occasion, V. Krishnamoorthy, Sri Lankan Deputy High Commissioner in Southern India, pointed out that they had earlier proposed a common currency in SAARC but there were “segregation issues.”
He emphasised on the importance of avoiding segregation among countries.
“We should fundamentally see how we can hold our people together and how to maximise common place for everyone,” he said.
He highlighted the need for continuous learning for students.
Among others, Anand A. Samuel, vice-chancellor of the university was present.
Sri Lankan Dy. High Commissioner in Southern India stressed on need to avoid segregation