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H.E. Indra Mani Pandey, Secretary General of BIMSTEC, participated in the 21st Asia Media Summit 2026 in Malé (11–14 May), where discussions focused on digital transformation, AI in media, misinformation, and regional media cooperation. He highlighted the importance of responsible journalism and strategic communication in strengthening regional connectivity, advancing BIMSTEC cooperation, and promoting sustainable and inclusive development across member states.

The Ministry of External Affairs today inaugurated the international conference titled “50 Years of BWC: Strengthening Biosecurity for the Global South”, organised to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the entry into force of the Biological Weapons Convention (BWC).

The 2025 G20 Summit in Johannesburg (22–23 November) marked a defining moment for global governance, not only because it was the first G20 gathering hosted on African soil, but also because it unfolded during a period of shifting geopolitical alignments and intensified demand for reform of multilateral institutions.

As cracks deepen in the global trade order, leaders of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) struck a tone of cautious unity at their annual summit in Seoul, South Korea, adopting a joint declaration that underscored the need for resilience, inclusivity, and shared benefits in trade.

The Uttar Pradesh International Trade Show 2025 (UPITS-2025), inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on September 25 in Greater Noida, has emerged as a landmark event in India’s trade and industrial calendar.

India has formally offered to host the next Coast Guard Global Summit (CGGS) in 2027, signaling its commitment to enhancing international maritime cooperation and highlighting the Indian Coast Guard’s (ICG) growing role in promoting safer, cleaner oceans.

India and Japan reaffirmed their strategic partnership with renewed vigor during the 15th India–Japan Annual Summit held in Tokyo on August 29–30.

Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation Amit Shah on Friday expressed deep pride and happiness over India being chosen to host the prestigious 2029 World Police and Fire Games.