IEA to start membership talks with India in major step forward for global energy governance

India, which first joined the IEA Family as an Association country in 2017, is set to play an increasingly important role in tackling global energy and climate issues as its economy, population and energy use all grow
Ministers from the International Energy Agency’s member countries agreed to start discussions with India on the Indian government’s request to become a full IEA member, recognising the country’s strategic importance in tackling global energy and climate challenges.