The 1st BIMSTEC Youth Summit, 2025
The BIMSTEC Youth Summit, hosted by India in Ahmedabad, Gujarat (Feb 7-11, 2025), brought together young leaders from Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Myanmar, Nepal, Sri Lanka, and Thailand. Organized under the Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation (BIMSTEC), the summit aims to foster collaboration and knowledge sharing on youth initiatives.
This year's theme, "Youth as a Bridge for Intra-BIMSTEC Exchange," emphasizes the role of youth in achieving the SDGs 2030. The three-day event featured sessions on digital infrastructure for economic growth, ICT for good governance, and cultural site visits. The summit seeks to empower young leaders to address global challenges and contribute to regional development.
Adhish Keskar, Director - USPI Consulting has been invited as a Panelist at the BIMSTEC Youth Summit 2025. An event with Ministry of External Affairs, India, Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports, Government of India, Government of Gujarat participating, it was a wonderful opportunity for Adhish to share his views on the agenda.