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The Government of India and the GBA have signed an agreement to establish a GBA Secretariat in India.

MOUs and Agreement | Dated: 24 Oct 2024

The Government of India (GOI) has signed a Host Country Agreement (HCA) with the Global Biofuels Alliance (GBA) to officially set up the GBA Secretariat in India. This agreement was made during a ceremony in New Delhi.

🎯 Key Highlights:

  • - This initiative enhances India's role as a global leader in sustainable energy and emphasizes the country’s commitment to promoting biofuels.
  • - This agreement, following the Union Cabinet's approval on October 3, 2024, allows the GBA Secretariat to operate in India with a mix of Indian and international staff.

💡 Other Important Facts:

  • (i) The agreement was signed by Dammu Ravi, Secretary (Economic Relations) from the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), and Pankaj Jain, Secretary of the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas (MoPNG), who is also the Interim Director General of the GBA.
  • (ii) The HCA provides the GBA with legal recognition, including privileges and immunities under the United Nations (Privileges and Immunities) Act of 1947, ensuring smooth operations within India’s legal system.

📚 Test Your Knowledge:

What will be established in India under the recent agreement between the Government of India and GBA?

Correct Answer: GBA Secretariat

🚀 Quick Recap:

Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas (MoPNG)

  • Union Minister: Hardeep Singh Puri
  • Headquarters: New Delhi