NCGG and BIMSTEC Discuss Capacity Building Collaboration for Public Policy & Governance

The Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation (BIMSTEC) includes India, Bhutan, Bangladesh, Myanmar, Thailand, Nepal, and Sri Lanka.

On August 13, 2024, Secretary of the Department of Administrative Reforms and Public Grievances (DARPG), V. Srinivas, engaged in a bilateral meeting with H.E. Mr. Indra Mani Pandey, Secretary General of BIMSTEC, to explore collaboration opportunities between the National Centre for Good Governance (NCGG) and BIMSTEC countries. The focus of the discussion was on conducting capacity-building programs related to public policy and governance across the BIMSTEC member states.

The Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation (BIMSTEC) includes India, Bhutan, Bangladesh, Myanmar, Thailand, Nepal, and Sri Lanka. These countries, sharing common interests and governance challenges, stand to benefit from mutual learning and cooperation. The NCGG currently conducts targeted capacity-building programs for Sri Lanka, Myanmar, and Bangladesh, offering a platform for the exchange of experiences and documentation of best practices.

The discussions were marked by a cordial and constructive atmosphere, underscoring the potential for expanded collaboration to address common governance challenges faced by BIMSTEC nations. Through this partnership, the NCGG aims to enhance governance practices and strengthen public policy frameworks within the region.