Summary:

Speaking from Nigeria, Prime Minister Narendra Modi emphasised the critical relationship between nations' security, prosperity, and oceans at Sagarmanthan, The Ocean's Dialogue in New Delhi. He outlined India’s transformative maritime initiatives under the vision of 'Ports of Prosperity,' 'Ports for Progress,' and 'Ports for Productivity,' aiming to triple port capacity within a decade. These efforts focus on enhancing port efficiency, reducing turnaround times, and strengthening last-mile connectivity through motorways, railways, and river networks.

PM Modi highlighted India's rich maritime heritage, referencing historic ports like Lothal and Dholavira, along with the naval achievements of the Chola dynasty and Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. He underscored oceans as shared global assets vital for trade and advocated for a free, secure maritime network. His Indo-Pacific Oceans Initiative champions economic growth through marine resources while promoting international collaboration and a rules-based framework for global peace and security.

Source: IBEF 

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