India Wins Presidency of IIAS

On 3rd June 2025, India secured the presidency of the International Institute of Administrative Sciences (IIAS), defeating Austria with 87 out of 141 votes, reflecting strong global support for its leadership in public administration.

Key Points

Decisive Victory: India, through the Department of Administrative Reforms, was elected IIAS President, winning against Austria in a tightly contested vote.
Global Recognition: The victory highlights India’s growing role in global governance and administrative reforms.
About IIAS: A Brussels-based international body, IIAS has 31 member countries, 20 national sections, and 15 academic research centres, dedicated to advancing public administration science.
UN Ties: IIAS collaborates closely with the UN CEPA and UNPAN, influencing public sector development worldwide.
Significance: The win strengthens India’s voice in shaping administrative standards, research, and best practices on a global platform.