Which neighbouring country has assumed the chairmanship of the Indian Ocean Rim Association (IORA) from November 2021 to November 2023?
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Correct answer: B
Explanation
The correct answer is option 2 i.e. Bangladesh.
- Neighbouring country Bangladesh has assumed the chairmanship of the Indian Ocean Rim Association (IORA) from November 2021 to November 2023.
- IORA is an inter-governmental organisation that aims to strengthen regional cooperation and sustainable development in the Indian Ocean region.
- Bangladesh’s chairmanship focuses on improving maritime safety and security, trade and investment facilitation, fisheries management, catastrophe risk management, and tourist and cultural exchanges among member countries.
- In October 2023, Sri Lanka officially took over as the Chair of the Indian Ocean Rim Association (IORA) for the 2023–2025 term during the 23rd Council of Ministers' Meeting held in Colombo. At the same time, India was appointed Vice-Chair for this period and is expected to assume the Chairmanship from 2025 to 2027.