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Strengthening Maritime Ties - Indian Navy Hosts Indonesian Navy Delegation

January 27, 2025 Photo(s): By PIB
Admiral Muhammad Ali, Chief of Staff of the Indonesian Navy, was received by Admiral Dinesh K. Tripathi, CNS with a ceremonial Guard of Honour at the South Block Lawns, New Delhi, on January 27, 2025.

Admiral Muhammad Ali, Chief of Staff of the Indonesian Navy, is on an official visit to India as part of the high-level delegation accompanying his Excellency President Prabowo Subianto, the Chief Guest for the Republic Day Parade 2025. During his visit, Admiral Muhammad Ali and Admiral Dinesh K. Tripathi, Chief of the Naval Staff, held bilateral interactions to deepen maritime cooperation and strengthen ties between the two-close maritime neighbours.

The Key areas of discussion between the two naval leaders included advancing joint initiatives like Exercise Samudra Shakti, strengthening operational collaboration, and addressing shared maritime challenges, including piracy and other illegal activities at sea.

The visit also includes engagements at key maritime establishments such as the Information Fusion Centre – Indian Ocean Region (IFC-IOR) and the Weapons and Electronics Systems and Engineering Establishment (WESEE), focusing on enhancing regional collaboration and maritime domain awareness. Admiral Muhammad Ali also visited the BrahMos Aerospace Private Limited (BAPL) and exchanged ideas and insights on further strengthening bilateral cooperation in the area of defence and strategy.

Admiral Muhammad Ali's engagements with the Indian Navy and defence stakeholders reflect a shared commitment to fostering regional cooperation and ensuring a secure and peaceful maritime environment.