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Q75 (CISF/2021) International Relations & Global Affairs › International Organisations & Groupings

Which one of the following statements about BIMSTEC is not correct ?

Explanation

Statement A is incorrect because BIMSTEC (Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation) comprises seven member states, not eight. The member countries are Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Myanmar, Nepal, Sri Lanka, and Thailand.
Key facts about BIMSTEC:

  • It was established on 6 June 1997 following the Bangkok Declaration.
  • It serves as a bridge between South Asia and Southeast Asia, involving five members from SAARC (India, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Nepal, Sri Lanka) and two from ASEAN (Myanmar, Thailand), facilitating inter-regional cooperation.
  • Myanmar joined the organization in December 1997, while Nepal and Bhutan became full members in February 2004.
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Which one of the following statements about BIMSTEC (Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral, Technical and Economic Cooperation) is not correct ?

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