Mar 03: Towards empowering youth and promoting collaborative efforts to address climate change in the Bay of Bengal region, Ministry of External Affairs, in collaboration with the Bharat Scouts and Guides, hosted the BIMSTEC (Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation) Youth Led Conference on Climate Change from 20-24 February 2025 in New Delhi.
Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya, Hon’ble Minister of Youth Affairs & Sports of India addressed the Conference. The event was inaugurated on 20 February 2025 by Shri Jaideep Mazumdar, Secretary (East) MEA. Shri. Indra Mani Pandey, Secretary General, BIMSTEC also participated. More than 150 participants from 7 BIMSTEC member countries (Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Myanmar, Nepal, Sri Lanka and Thailand) were invited to participate in the event.
The 5-day congregation of young leaders of BIMSTEC discussed the challenges and opportunities for the region in dealing with climate change and developing a comprehensive understanding of the issue, equipped with the skills and motivation to lead and advocate for effective climate action. The event included interactive exhibitions, special sessions focussed on SDGs, climate change mitigation strategies, adaptation and sustainable living, visit to the BIMSTEC Centre of Weather and Climate Change and cultural performances.
The event was part of India’s efforts in fostering regional cooperation among BIMSTEC member states towards climate change awareness in line with our ‘Neighborhood First’ policy, ‘Act East’ policy and ‘Security & Growth for All in the Region (SAGAR)’ vision.
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