InternationalFriday, 17 July 2026·The Hindu - National
BIMSTEC security chiefs adopt anti-terror and maritime law enforcement principles in New Delhi
At a July 16, 2026 meeting in New Delhi, BIMSTEC national security chiefs agreed on joint action against terrorism and endorsed maritime law enforcement principles.
Key highlights
Direct fact
On July 16, 2026, BIMSTEC national security chiefs met in New Delhi under India’s National Security Adviser Ajit Doval and adopted maritime law enforcement principles while pledging joint action against terrorism and organised crime.
Key specifics
- BIMSTEC has 7 members: India, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Bangladesh, Myanmar, Nepal and Bhutan.
- The meeting was held in New Delhi on July 16, 2026.
- Ajit Doval hosted the security chiefs as India’s National Security Adviser.
- The members endorsed guidelines for maritime humanitarian assistance and disaster relief.
- They also backed guiding principles for maritime law enforcement agencies during sea interactions.
Exam lens
International relations and regional security question, BIMSTEC members, New Delhi meeting, anti-terror cooperation, maritime HADR guidelines. TNPSC may ask the number of BIMSTEC countries and the purpose of the new principles.