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This is a reinforcement of India's strategic outreach and commitment to maritime security cooperation
Arriving at Maputo, Mozambique on November 21, 2023, Indian Naval Ship (INS) Sumedha's port call marked a significant step in India's efforts to buttress maritime cooperation. This deployment is part of the Indian Navy's Extended Operational Deployment to Africa, reflecting India's proactive approach in building robust international maritime relationships.
During the visit, which includes joint Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) surveillance scheduled from November 23 to 25, INS Sumedha will engage in various professional interactions. These include cross-deck visits, planning conferences, and courtesy calls by the Commanding Officer on Mozambican dignitaries and government officials, including the Navy Commandant and the Mayor of Maputo City, the Ministry of Defence said.
The primary objective of INS Sumedha's port call at Maputo aligns with India's broader strategic goals of strengthening diplomatic ties and maritime cooperation. This deployment emphasizes the longstanding warm and friendly bilateral relations between India and Mozambique, anchored in shared democratic values, development, and secularism.
The deployment of INS Sumedha, a well-equipped ship from the Indian Navy’s Eastern Fleet, represents India's commitment to building international cooperation and fostering 'bridges of friendship' with friendly nations.
BILATERAL DEFENCE COOPERATION
India and Mozambique have regularly conducted high-level exchanges and interactions across numerous fields, with defense cooperation being a key area of focus. Progress in this domain is facilitated through regular Joint Defence Working Group (JDWG) meetings, which serve as platforms for discussing and advancing mutual defense interests.
INS Sumedha, a vital asset of the Indian Navy's Eastern Fleet based in Visakhapatnam, operates under the operational command of the Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Eastern Naval Command. The ship is equipped with advanced weapon systems, sensors, and state-of-the-art navigation and communication systems, including Electronic Warfare suits.
It has previously been engaged in various operations including fleet support, coastal and offshore patrolling, ocean surveillance, and humanitarian assistance and disaster relief (HADR) missions. Through joint surveillance and maritime operations, the Indian Navy not only demonstrates its operational skills but considerably contributes to the stability and security of the region.. This deployment further enhances India's strategic footprint in the African region, promoting peace, security, and cooperation in the Indian Ocean Region.
The port call of INS Sumedha in Maputo is a reinforcement of India's strategic outreach and commitment to maritime security cooperation. As India continues to extend its naval diplomacy, such missions play a crucial role in cementing its position as a responsible and reliable maritime power in the global arena.
During the visit, which includes joint Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) surveillance scheduled from November 23 to 25, INS Sumedha will engage in various professional interactions. These include cross-deck visits, planning conferences, and courtesy calls by the Commanding Officer on Mozambican dignitaries and government officials, including the Navy Commandant and the Mayor of Maputo City, the Ministry of Defence said.
The primary objective of INS Sumedha's port call at Maputo aligns with India's broader strategic goals of strengthening diplomatic ties and maritime cooperation. This deployment emphasizes the longstanding warm and friendly bilateral relations between India and Mozambique, anchored in shared democratic values, development, and secularism.
The deployment of INS Sumedha, a well-equipped ship from the Indian Navy’s Eastern Fleet, represents India's commitment to building international cooperation and fostering 'bridges of friendship' with friendly nations.
BILATERAL DEFENCE COOPERATION
India and Mozambique have regularly conducted high-level exchanges and interactions across numerous fields, with defense cooperation being a key area of focus. Progress in this domain is facilitated through regular Joint Defence Working Group (JDWG) meetings, which serve as platforms for discussing and advancing mutual defense interests.
INS Sumedha, a vital asset of the Indian Navy's Eastern Fleet based in Visakhapatnam, operates under the operational command of the Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Eastern Naval Command. The ship is equipped with advanced weapon systems, sensors, and state-of-the-art navigation and communication systems, including Electronic Warfare suits.
It has previously been engaged in various operations including fleet support, coastal and offshore patrolling, ocean surveillance, and humanitarian assistance and disaster relief (HADR) missions. Through joint surveillance and maritime operations, the Indian Navy not only demonstrates its operational skills but considerably contributes to the stability and security of the region.. This deployment further enhances India's strategic footprint in the African region, promoting peace, security, and cooperation in the Indian Ocean Region.
The port call of INS Sumedha in Maputo is a reinforcement of India's strategic outreach and commitment to maritime security cooperation. As India continues to extend its naval diplomacy, such missions play a crucial role in cementing its position as a responsible and reliable maritime power in the global arena.
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