High-Level Consultations on Maritime Cooperation

  • 18 Nov 2025

On 17th November 2025, India and Russia conducted high-level interagency consultations on maritime cooperation in New Delhi.

Key Points

  • Review of Maritime Cooperation: Both sides reviewed the full spectrum of maritime engagements, reaffirming the Special and Privileged Strategic Partnership rooted in mutual trust, respect, and a shared long-term vision.
  • Leadership-Level Guidance: The delegations acknowledged the role of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Vladimir Putin in shaping and advancing the maritime partnership.
  • Focus Areas of Collaboration: The consultations discussed cooperation in shipbuilding, maritime trade and logistics, port infrastructure development, and scientific and technical exchanges.
  • Arctic and Research Cooperation: Detailed discussions took place on Arctic operations, maritime research, and capacity-building initiatives.