https://www.idea.int/india-chairship-2026
India’s chairship is accompanied by a strengthened and innovative partnership with the India International Institute of Democracy and Electoral Management to strengthen International IDEA’s existing programmes of work—particularly on election integrity—via two major thematic pillars. The first, 'Reimagining Democracy for the Future', will generate flagship global reports drawing on expertise from across the Institute. The second, 'Strengthening the Independence and Professionalism of Electoral Management Bodies', will deliver global training, workshops, and peer exchanges, with a special focus on the Global South.
India’s leadership comes at a time when the Global South is playing an increasingly vital role in shaping the future of democracy. As home to the world’s largest electoral exercise, engaging more than a billion voters, India brings unique experience and perspective to International IDEA's work.
This page will highlight the research, training and events that are planned for 2026 under this partnership.
