The 16th session of the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) Assembly concluded on January 12 in Abu Dhabi. Over three days, global leaders discussed speeding up the clean energy transition to drive climate action, economic growth, and energy security.

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• Record participation of 1,500+ ministers, officials, business leaders, partners

• IRENA chief says clean energy transition is irreversible

• Countries urged to strengthen renewable strategies for growth and security

• Early movers in clean energy seen gaining long-term productivity edge

• Members adopted IRENA work programme and budget for 2026–27

• Medium-term strategy endorsed; mandate reaffirmed

• IRENA membership now stands at 171 countries

• India highlights renewables integration with agriculture and food systems

• PM-KUSUM installs solar pumps, adds 10,200 MW clean capacity

• India reiterates commitment to global renewable partnerships