India Accepted as Observer in Indian Ocean Commission

India was accepted as an observer in the Indian Ocean Commission , getting a seat at the table of the organization that handles maritime governance in the western Indian Ocean. India’s entry is a consequence of its deepening strategic partnership with France as well as its expanding ties with the Vanilla Islands.

Key Features

  • India had made the application to be an observer last month.
  • The Commission has four observers — China, EU, Malta and International Organisation of La Francophonie (OIF).
  • The Indian Ocean Commission consists of Comoros, Madagascar, Mauritius, Réunion (French overseas territory) and Seychelles.

Significance

  • India’s observer status ....
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