11 May 2026
India hosts BIMSTEC Summit in New Delhi
UPSC
International Relations
Economy
Summary
India hosted the 7th BIMSTEC Summit in New Delhi. The Bay of Bengal regional grouping (7 countries) signed agreements on maritime cooperation, energy grid, and a free trade framework.
Why it matters
UPSC International Relations. BIMSTEC = Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Myanmar, Nepal, Sri Lanka, Thailand. Alternative to SAARC after Pakistan stalemate.