Current Affairs - International - Discussion

Thailand hosted the 24th BIMSTEC Senior Officials Meeting (SOM), where Jaideep Mazumdar represented India. The meeting focused on progress in sustainable development, connectivity, and security since March 2023. India's participation aligns with its strategic policies such as Neighbourhood First, Vision SAGAR, and Act East. Additionally, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar has highlighted India's commitment to enhancing maritime and digital connectivity within the BIMSTEC framework, reflecting the importance of regional collaboration.