I2U2 grouping is a forum consisting of India, USA, Israel and UAE focusing on addressing the greatest challenges in the world like climate crisis. The areas of focus include water, energy, transportation, space, health, and food security.
- The first I2U2 leaders meet was held in 2022 in virtual mode.
Why it is formed?
- It has been formed to mobilize private sector capital and expertise to achieve a variety of goals like new infrastructure, low carbon initiatives and improving public health.
- The Group will explore opportunities anywhere it can make a positive impact.
- Each country also has Sherpa- level interactions regularly to discuss the possible areas of cooperation.
How can it be beneficial?
- As an alternative to QUAD in the global geopolitics.
- Presence of both UAE and Israel in the grouping will help in normalising the relations with Arab nations.
- Will act as the extended neighbourhood of India in the western frontiers.
- Will create new market for India as well as a front for technology sharing.
- Will ensure enhanced connectivity between greater Indian Ocean Region.
- Will help in strengthening clean technology collaboration towards achieving energy security.
Source: The Hindu