BIMSTEC-India Marine Research Network Conference (BIMReN)
Why in news?
The first BIMReN conference was hosted by India in Kochi from November 4-6, 2025.
Key Facts
- BIMReN is a biennial conference/platform to facilitate marine research collaboration in the Bay of Bengal region.
- Launched in 2024 by the Government of India’s Ministry of External Affairs.
- First conference held in Kochi, India, from November 4-6, 2025.
- Connects 25 research institutions and over 50 researchers from BIMSTEC countries.
- Enables twinning research grants and split-site PhD fellowships linking Indian institutions with other BIMSTEC member countries.
Significance
- Promotes cooperation on marine challenges, ecosystem health, and research innovations.
- Supports sustainable blue economy and fisheries management.
- Aligns with India’s regional strategies including Neighbourhood First, Act East, Indo-Pacific, and MAHASAGAR.
- Fosters scientific collaborations that address transboundary marine issues like overexploitation and climate change.
- Encourages evidence-based management for marine environmental protection.
- Advances regional cooperation among BIMSTEC nations, supporting broader economic and environmental goals in South and Southeast Asia.
This initiative exemplifies India’s commitment to fostering maritime scientific collaboration and sustainable development in the strategically important Bay of Bengal region.
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