The International Institute of Administrative Sciences (IIAS) and the Department of Administrative Reforms and Public Grievances (DARPG), Government of India, successfully concluded the IIAS-DARPG India Conference 2025, held from February 10 to 14 at the Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi, India. Themed “Next Generation Administrative Reforms – Empowering Citizens and Reaching the Last Mile”, the conference brought together over 750 delegates from 58 countries, alongside virtual participation from thousands of officials worldwide. Policymakers, academics, practitioners, and students engaged in discussions on transformative governance models, inclusive public administration, and other pressing public governance topics.

From shifting demographics and economic fluctuations to environmental concerns, technological advancements, and the global pandemic, the need for effective governance has never been more critical. Acknowledging these complexities, the International Institute of Administrative Sciences (IIAS) announces the book “Good Governance in a Post-COVID-19 World – Global Health and Economic Recovery” prepared in partnership with the Nanyang Centre for Public Administration (NCPA).