Spain Joins International Solar Alliance as 99th Member

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Spain becomes the 99th member of the International Solar Alliance (ISA), marking its commitment to solar energy initiatives.

An Overview of the News

• Spain handed over the International Solar Alliance Instrument of Ratification during a meeting in New Delhi.

• The ratification was completed by Ambassador José María Ridao Domínguez of Spain and the Head of Depository, Joint Secretary Abhishek Singh of the External Affairs Ministry.

ISA's Objectives:

• The International Solar Alliance (ISA) serves as a collaborative platform to boost the deployment of solar energy technologies.

• Its primary goals include enhancing energy access, ensuring energy security, and driving energy transition in member countries.

Origin of ISA:

• The ISA originated as a joint initiative by India and France to combat climate change by promoting solar energy solutions.

• It was conceptualized during the 21st Conference of Parties (COP21) to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change held in Paris in 2015.

About Spain

• King - Felipe VI of Spain

• Prime Minister - Pedro Sánchez

• Capital - Madrid

• Official language - Spanish