- India will be hosting the Implementation and Assessment Group Meeting of the GICNT. GICNT stands for Global Initiative to Combat Nuclear Terrorism.
- This is a key meet on nuclear security in February 8-10, 2017.
- It is being hosted by MEA in coordination with DAE.
- Around 150 delegates from 100 partner countries and international organisations will participate in the event.
- This highlights India’s commitment to global nuclear non proliferation and peaceful use of nuclear energy and overall engagement with global community on national security issues.
GICNT: Know More
- GICNT was launched in 2006 by Russia (Vladmir Putin) and the US (George W. Bush)
- Members: 86
- Observers: 5 organisations
- It has held several multilateral activities in support of its Statement of Principles.
- GICNT partner nations organize and host workshops, conferences, and exercises.
- It aims to share best practices for implementing the Statement of Principles.
- The GICNT also holds Plenary meetings to discuss improvements and changes to the partnership.