Indian Ocean Rim Association - IORA

02/06/2026

IORA extends its best wishes to its Dialogue Partner, the Republic of Italy, on its National Day 🇮🇹

Joined IORA in 2019
Capital: Rome
Language: Italian
Currency: Euro

02/06/2026

01/06/2026

The Indian Ocean Rim Association is currently convening a "Workshop on Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief (HADR) Cooperation in the Indian Ocean Region" from 1–5 June 2026 in Cape Town, South Africa.

Bringing together representatives from IORA Member States and regional/international organizations, the workshop serves as a platform for Strengthening Regional Cooperation: Enhancing Interoperability and Knowledge Sharing on disaster risk management.



| Expertise France | AFD - Agence Française de Développement | Department of International Relations and Cooperation, SA

01/06/2026

On 20 May 2026, IORA, in collaboration with GIZ, hosted the third webinar of its Online Workshop Series on Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR). The session, “EPR Best Practices Showroom,” provided a platform for comparative learning, drawing insights from India, Indonesia, the Philippines, Tunisia, and European Union.

Participants explored key elements that contribute to effective EPR systems, including monitoring and reporting mechanisms, digital traceability platforms, and regulatory enforcement approaches, while examining lessons learned from both successes and challenges.

📅 Looking ahead, the fourth and final webinar will take place on 3 June 2026, focusing on the practical integration of EPR with municipal solid waste management.

29/05/2026

The 5th Meeting of the IORA Core Group on Fisheries Management (CGFM) was convened virtually on 13 May 2026 by the Sultanate of Oman, as Chair of the CGFM, together with the IORA Secretariat.

The Meeting brought together representatives from nine IORA Member States and three Dialogue Partners to review progress under the CGFM Work Plan, discuss ongoing and upcoming fisheries-related initiatives, and strengthen regional cooperation in sustainable fisheries management.

Discussions also highlighted the implementation of the IORA Principle Guidelines on Combatting Illegal, Unreported and Unregulated (IUU) Fishing, as well as the importance of continued engagement by Member States and Dialogue Partners in supporting the CGFM Work Plan.

22/05/2026

Happy 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗗𝗮𝘆 to Republic of 🇾🇪

Joined IORA in 1997
Capital: Sana’a
Language: Modern Standard Arabic
Currency: Yemeni Rial

20/05/2026

in partnership with the Fishery and Marine Science Institute (IH.SM)-University of Toliara, Madagascar, is hosting the Blue Carbon Ecosystems Training Workshop from 24-31 May 2026 in Toliara, Madagascar.

The event will focus on building regional capacity in carbon measurement, ecosystem management, and policy and management approaches for seagrass and mangrove ecosystems, which is crucial for climate mitigation and coastal resilience. Participants from IORA Member States will engage in hands-on research, knowledge exchange, and community-driven solutions to advance a sustainable Blue Economy.

Highlights include:
🔹 Practical training on carbon quantification methods
🔹 Site visits to Blue Carbon projects and community initiatives
🔹 Policy discussions with local and national authorities
🔹 Strengthening regional research networks for long-term impact

15/05/2026

We’re recruiting! 📢

📅 Deadline: 31 May 2026
📩 Apply: [email protected]

For more details, click here: https://www.iora.int/senior-hr-and-administrative-officer

12/05/2026

Interview of Secretary-General of IORA, H.E. Sanjiv Ranjan with 'The Hindu' newspaper during the 10th Indian Ocean Dialogue held in New Delhi from 7-8 May 2026

Read here 👉🏼 https://shorturl.at/oJeGk

Courtesy: The Hindu

12/05/2026

On 11 May 2026, the Secretariat welcomed delegates from the EU Delegation to Mauritius and Seychelles, led by Mr. Moustapha Magumu, First Counsellor and Head of the Regional Trade Section. The Director for Trade and Investment Facilitation, Mr Michael Gurner exchanged views with the delegation on trade and investment facilitation in the region and explored potential areas for collaboration.