India becomes Colombo Process Chair, outlining an action plan to strengthen the platform for migrant workers' protection and collaboration.
India has assumed the role of Chair of the Colombo Process, a regional consultative platform for 12 member states primarily serving as countries of origin for migrant workers. India outlined an action plan for the next two years, focusing on strengthening the Colombo Process through financial sustainability, broadening membership, reconfiguring technical collaborations, structured rotation for chairmanship, and engaging in regional dialogues. This role underscores India's commitment to collaborating with other member states to address challenges and opportunities in migration, promoting international cooperation, and ensuring safe, orderly, and regular migration to protect the rights of migrant workers.