Maritime Diplomacy News - Latest Updates & Headlines
INS Sunayna heads to Mauritius to strengthen maritime ties
Mozambique, April 21: INS Sunayna, currently on deployment to Africa as Indian Ocean Ship (IOS) SAGAR, departed for Port Louis, Mauritius, on Monday after concluding its successful three-day port visit to Nacala, Mozambique, said the Indian Navy.
China and South Korea likely to hold maritime talks after Yellow Sea standoff
Seoul, April 14: South Korea and China plan to hold working-level talks on maritime issues later this month, diplomatic sources said Monday, as Seoul seeks to reinforce calls for stability following a recent standoff with Beijing in overlapping waters.
Rajnath Singh flags off INS Sunayna as Indian Ocean Ship SAGAR from Karwar
Karwar, April 5: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Saturday flagged off the Indian Navy's Offshore Patrol Vessel INS Sunayna from the Karwar Naval Base in Karnataka as the Indian Ocean Ship SAGAR (Security and Growth for All in the Region) marking a key milestone in India's maritime outreach initiative, and reinforcing India's role as a regional maritime partner committed to peace, prosperity, and collective security.
INS Imphal concludes visit to Mauritius
New Delhi, March 15: INS Imphal concluded its port visit to Mauritius and left Port Louis on March 14, 2025. The ship was at Mauritius to participate in the 57th Mauritius National Day celebrations, representing India with a marching contingent, the Indian Navy band and flypast by two MH 60R helicopters, the Indian Navy said in a press release.
Bridges of Friendship: Indian Navy participates in Mauritius National Day
Port Louis, March 13: India and Mauritius celebrated their enduring friendship in a grand way at the 57th Mauritius National Day parade. The Indian Navy made an impressive appearance, with a marching contingent, a Navy band, and two MH-60R helicopters from INS Imphal.
Indian Navy contingent takes part in National Day parade of Mauritius
Port Louis, March 12: The Indian Navy contingent participated in the National Day parade of Mauritius on Wednesday.
Why India and Japan should deepen ties amid volatile geographical landscape (IANS Analysis)
New Delhi, March 9: Looking ahead, both nations must leverage their respective strengths -- India's strategic geography and expanding global influence, combined with Japan's technological prowess and diplomatic reach -- to secure the Indo-Pacific's stability.
MCGS Barracuda to sail back to GRSE in Kolkata for major refit
Kolkata, Feb 20: Mauritius Coast Guard Ship (MCGS) Barracuda will soon sail northward towards her place of birth in Kolkata for a major refit. Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers (GRSE) Ltd signed a contract with the Government of Mauritius for this refit.
'What unites us is common devotion to Indian Ocean's well-being': EAM Jaishankar at Indian Ocean Conference
Muscat, February 16: Emphasising the need for increased connectivity amid ongoing tensions in West Asia and the Indo-Pacific, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar elaborated on the contributions of India in this regard, particularly pointing to the
Indian Navy's stealth frigate 'INS Tushil' visits Namibia
New Delhi, Jan 24: INS Tushil, the Indian Navy's stealth guided missile frigate, visited Walvis Bay, Namibia, an official said on Friday, adding the visit was aimed at strengthening bilateral ties between India and Namibia, with a focus on enhancing maritime cooperation and tackling common threats.