Current Affairs - International - Discussion

The Bahamas became the 116th member country of the International Solar Alliance (ISA) on 4 November 2026, after submitting its Instrument of Accession to the ISA Framework Agreement. The formal accession took place during the 9th Session of the ISA Assembly held in New Delhi, India. The membership strengthens international cooperation in solar energy and provides the Bahamas with opportunities to access technical expertise, investment support and collaborative renewable energy programmes. As a Small Island Developing State in the Caribbean, the Bahamas can benefit from ISA initiatives aimed at improving energy security, promoting clean energy and building climate resilience.