Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral Krishna Swaminathan began a four-day official visit to Mauritius on Monday. This is his first visit to the island nation after assuming charge as Navy chief. India seeks to deepen bilateral maritime cooperation and strengthen defence ties with a key partner in the Indian Ocean Region.
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During his visit from August 10 to 13, Admiral Swaminathan will interact with senior Mauritian Government leadership and hold discussions on maritime security, defence cooperation, capacity building and military collaboration.
The visit is aimed at strengthening operational-level linkages between the two countries and consolidating their strategic maritime partnership, the Navy said. The Navy said the visit underscores the priority accorded by India to its close and enduring friendship with Mauritius, anchored in mutual respect, trust and a shared commitment to maritime security, regional cooperation and stability in the Indian Ocean Region.