New Delhi: The Indian Coast Guard (ICG) has deployed its Pollution Control Vessel (PCV) Samudra Paheredar to Muara, Brunei, as part of its ongoing overseas deployment to ASEAN countries, a PIB press release stated.
The three-day visit aims at strengthening the ties between the two countries and promoting maritime cooperation. The visit also seeks to showcase India’s shipbuilding capabilities and support the concept of “Aatamnirbhar Bharat” and “Make in India”. Under the aegis of the “India ASEAN Initiative for Marine Pollution,” the vessel will conduct cross-deck training, subject matter expert exchanges, and sports events with Brunei Maritime Agencies.
The deployment of the Samudra Paheredar is in line with India’s commitment to strengthening bilateral cooperation and enhancing international cooperation with foreign-friendly countries (FFCs). It also reflects the country’s shared concern over marine pollution and the need for maritime safety and security through maritime cooperation. The ICG’s Pollution Control Vessel Samudra Paheredar’s deployment to the ASEAN region is a testament to the country’s commitment to bolster bilateral relationships and enhance international cooperation with FFCs.
The visit also seeks to promote maritime safety and security through maritime cooperation, which is aligned with India’s maritime vision of “Security and Growth for All in the Region, Act East Policy, and Indo Pacific Vision.”
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