International Big Cat Alliance (IBCA)

Why in News:

The International Big Cat Alliance (IBCA) at its inaugural assembly endorsed Bhupender Yadav as president and ratified its headquarters agreement with India for big cat conservation efforts.

Description:

1. Treaty-Based Organization
   1. IBCA became a treaty-based intergovernmental organization and international legal entity on 23rd January 2025.
   1. Its headquarters is located in India.
2. Objective & Coverage
   1. Aims to conserve seven big cat species:
       Tiger, Lion, Leopard, Snow Leopard, Cheetah, Jaguar, & Puma.
3. Launch & Implementation
   1. Announced by PM Modi in 2023 during 50th Anniversary of Project Tiger.
   1. Implemented through the National Tiger Conservation Authority (NTCA) under MoEFCC.
4. Membership
   1. Open to all UN member states (both range & non-range countries).
   1. Initial members include: India, Nicaragua, Eswatini, Somalia, and Liberia.
5. Funding & Collaboration
   1. India committed ₹150 crore (2023–2028).
   1. IBCA aligns with global treaties like CITES and CMS, and offers financial & technical support for conservation.

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