Third BIMSTEC Conference on Traditional Medicine concludes in Goa with 'Goa Conclusions'
On 17 September 2026, the Third BIMSTEC Conference on Traditional Medicine Knowledge, Genetic Resources and Intellectual Property Rights, held with the Second BIMSTEC Nodal Group Meeting, concluded in Goa.
Summary
The Third BIMSTEC Conference on Traditional Medicine in Goa saw participation from all seven BIMSTEC member states. The Nodal Group agreed on four areas of cooperation: institutional and policy cooperation; standards and trade; documentation and capacity building; and implementation mechanisms. Member states unanimously agreed to support each other on intellectual property, genetic resources and traditional medicine knowledge. AIIA Director Prof. Vaidya P.K. Prajapati said the 'Goa Conclusions' give a strong foundation for future BIMSTEC cooperation.
Key facts
- Event
- 3rd BIMSTEC Conference on Traditional Medicine + 2nd BIMSTEC Nodal Group Meeting
- Venue
- Goa; delegates visited AIIA Goa
- Participants
- All 7 BIMSTEC member states
- Outcome
- 'Goa Conclusions'; 4 key areas of cooperation
- Organiser
- Ministry of Ayush
Practice MCQs 2 questions
Where did the Third BIMSTEC Conference on Traditional Medicine conclude on 17 September 2026?
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Correct answer: D — Goa
The conference, held with the Second BIMSTEC Nodal Group Meeting, concluded in Goa.
What is the outcome document of the Third BIMSTEC Conference on Traditional Medicine called?
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Correct answer: A — Goa Conclusions
AIIA Director Prof. Vaidya P.K. Prajapati said the 'Goa Conclusions' provide a strong foundation for future cooperation.