🔆The International Big Cat Alliance (IBCA) ✅The IBCA was established through the nodal organisation viz. National Tiger Conservation Authority, Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change 2024. ✅The IBCA became a legal entity after five countries—Nicaragua, Eswatini, India, Somalia, and Liberia—had signed the Framework Agreement to formally become members of the IBCA. ✅It is a coalition of 95 range countries. ✅The IBCA primarily aims for conservation of seven big cats namely Tiger, Lion, Leopard, Snow Leopard, Cheetah, Jaguar and Puma. Objectives:  ✅Facilitation of collaboration and synergy amongst the concerned stakeholders,  🔸consolidation of successful conservation practices; 🔸and expertise to achieve conservation of big cats around the globe. ✅The initiative seeks to foster international collaboration for the sustainable future of big cats, as well as underscores India’s leadership and commitment to global wildlife conservation 📍2025 Summit Outcome: ✅First General Assembly Held: The inaugural Assembly of IBCA convened in New Delhi on June 16, 2025, marking a global milestone in big cat diplomacy. ✅Nine Nations Participated: Countries like Bhutan, Cambodia, Eswatini, and Kazakhstan joined India to discuss collaborative conservation goals. ✅India Designated as HQ: The Headquarters Agreement was ratified, formally establishing India as the permanent secretariat of IBCA. ✅Bhupender Yadav Elected President: India’s Environment Minister was unanimously endorsed as the first President of the Alliance, reflecting India’s leadership. ✅Funding Commitment by India: India allocated ₹150 crore (2023–28) to support IBCA’s initial setup, coordination, and capacity building efforts globally.