Dec 13: The inaugural India-Philippines Maritime Dialogue was held on 13 December 2024 in Manila, Philippines. The Indian delegation was led by Ms. Muanpuii Saiawi, Joint Secretary, Disarmament and International Security Affairs, Ministry of External Affairs, and the Philippines delegation by Mr. Marshall Louis Alferez, Assistant Secretary, Maritime and Ocean Affairs Office, Department of Foreign Affairs.
The event coincided with 75 years of diplomatic relationship between both countries. During the dialogue, the two sides exchanged perspectives on prevailing maritime challenges and discussed ways to enhance maritime cooperation in furthering a conducive environment for mutual growth and global well-being. They laid emphasis on adherence to a rules-based order, especially the UN Convention on the Law of the Sea, and explored cooperation initiatives in the maritime domain to uphold the same. While endeavoring to increase bilateral engagement, they also deliberated on avenues to collaborate at various international and regional fora for shared objectives. They agreed to share best practices and partner in maritime capacity-building initiatives in areas such as the Maritime Industry, Marine Scientific Research, Ocean Economy, Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief (HADR), Navy and Coast Guard cooperation, and maritime law enforcement.
It was agreed to hold the next round of dialogue in New Delhi in 2025.
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