India and Russia Enhance Maritime and Defence Cooperation Amid Global Concerns
Doval, Russia's Patrushev review maritime, defence cooperation
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Ajit Doval, India's National Security Advisor, met with Nikolai Patrushev, Russia's Security Council Secretary, in Moscow to discuss maritime and defence cooperation. Their talks included enhancing shipbuilding, training sailors for polar operations, and addressing regional tensions, particularly in West Asia, emphasizing the importance of secure trade routes.
- 01Doval and Patrushev reviewed proposals from Patrushev's previous visit to New Delhi in November 2025.
- 02The discussions included expanding maritime connectivity and defence collaboration.
- 03Doval also met Denis Manturov, Russia's First Deputy Prime Minister, to discuss cooperation in defence, energy, and space.
- 04Doval highlighted the need for stability in West Asia, addressing concerns over oil and gas supply disruptions.
- 05India's NSA expressed readiness to support efforts for reducing tensions in West Asia.
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During a visit to Moscow, Ajit Doval (India's National Security Advisor) engaged in high-level discussions with Nikolai Patrushev (Chairman of the Maritime Board of Russia) to review bilateral maritime and defence cooperation. Their talks focused on enhancing shipbuilding capabilities, training sailors for operations in polar waters, and improving maritime connectivity. Doval also met Denis Manturov, Russia's First Deputy Prime Minister, where they explored cooperation in various sectors, including energy and space. On the sidelines of the International Security Forum, Doval held discussions with Myanmar's NSA, Tin Aung San, and addressed ongoing security concerns in West Asia. He stressed the importance of maintaining secure trade routes through critical waterways, such as the Strait of Hormuz and the Red Sea, given the disruptions affecting global oil and gas supplies. Doval reaffirmed India's commitment to supporting regional stability and reducing tensions in the area.
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The discussions on maritime and defence cooperation could enhance India's strategic capabilities and security posture in the region.
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