PM Modi hails India-Seychelles ties as 'steady, strong and long-lasting'
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Why in news
PM Modi visited Seychelles to attend its National Day golden jubilee, emphasizing maritime security cooperation and the transfer of a 'Made in India' fast patrol vessel.
Background
PM Modi visited Seychelles for a three-day official visit to attend the National Day golden jubilee. The visit included a commitment to transfer a 'Made in India' fast patrol vessel to Seychelles to bolster its maritime security.
Facts for Prelims
- PlaceSeychelles: An island nation in the Indian Ocean, located east of Africa.
- FactIndia committed to transferring a 'Made in India' fast patrol vessel to Seychelles.
- PostPatrick Herminie: The President of Seychelles.
For Mains
Q. Examine the significance of India's maritime security cooperation with Indian Ocean Island Countries (IOICs) in the context of the SAGAR vision.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Maritime security: Strengthening surveillance and patrol capabilities to counter non-traditional threats in the Indian Ocean
- Strategic autonomy: Balancing regional security interests while fostering deep bilateral ties with island nations
- Economic integration: Leveraging maritime cooperation to enhance trade and connectivity in the Indian Ocean region
Keywords: Maritime Security · SAGAR Vision · Strategic Partnership · Indian Ocean Region · Bilateral Cooperation
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