International Institute of Administrative Sciences (IIAS)

International Institute of Administrative Sciences (IIAS) : Recently, India was elected President of the International Institute of Administrative Sciences (IIAS) for the 2025–2028 term.

o India secured 87 votes, defeating Austria with 54 votes. This is the first time in IIAS’s 100-year history that the presidency was decided through a formal ballot.

• About IIAS : A global federation headquartered in Brussels.

o It comprises 31 member states, 20 national sections, and 15 academic research centres.

o Promotes international cooperation in scientific research and innovation in the field of public administration.

o While not a formal UN body, IIAS collaborates closely with UN entities such as: Committee of Experts on Public Administration (CEPA) & UN Public Administration Network (UNPAN)

o Member countries include India, Japan, Germany, China, South Africa, Saudi Arabia, Indonesia, Mexico, among others.

o India has been an active member since 1998, represented by the Department of Administrative Reforms and Public Grievances (DARPG).