Naval ships escort Indian vessels from Gulf of Oman
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Why in news
The Indian Navy deployed warships including Shivalik, Nanda Devi, and Jag Laadki to escort Indian-flagged merchant vessels through the Persian Gulf following an attack on the Fujairah terminal.
Background
The Indian Navy provided escort for merchant vessels transiting the Strait of Hormuz. The Indian Ministry of Shipping confirmed that all seafarers on the vessels, including the Jag Laadki which was loading crude oil, are safe.
Facts for Prelims
- PlaceStrait of Hormuz: A strategic maritime chokepoint connecting the Persian Gulf to the Gulf of Oman.
- FactJag Laadki: An Indian-flagged merchant vessel involved in crude oil loading at the Fujairah terminal.
- PostIndian Navy: Responsible for maritime security and escorting merchant vessels in the Persian Gulf region.
For Mains
Q. Examine the significance of the Strait of Hormuz in India's energy security and the role of the Indian Navy in ensuring maritime safety in the Persian Gulf.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Energy security: High dependence on Persian Gulf crude oil and the vulnerability of maritime trade routes.
- Maritime diplomacy: Balancing strategic interests with regional powers to ensure safe passage for merchant fleets.
- Naval projection: Strengthening 'Security and Energy Partnership' through active naval presence in the Gulf of Oman.
Keywords: Maritime Security · Energy Security · Strategic Chokepoints · Blue Economy · Naval Diplomacy
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