A high-level delegation from the Philippines visited the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways in New Delhi to discuss key areas of cooperation and strengthen bilateral engagement in the maritime sector.
During the meeting, officials from India and the Philippines held detailed discussions on expanding maritime collaboration and identifying opportunities for deeper partnership between the two countries. The deliberations focused on strengthening maritime security, improving port and shipping cooperation, and ensuring a safe and sustainable maritime environment in the region.
Both sides emphasized the importance of enhancing cooperation in areas such as port development, maritime infrastructure, shipping connectivity, capacity building, and the exchange of best practices in maritime administration and governance. The discussions also highlighted the need for closer coordination to address emerging challenges in global shipping and maritime trade.
The delegation and officials from the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways explored possibilities for increasing bilateral and regional collaboration, particularly in the areas of maritime safety, seafarer training, digitalisation in ports, and sustainable maritime practices.
Officials noted that stronger engagement between India and the Philippines in the maritime domain would contribute to improved regional connectivity, resilient supply chains, and a more secure maritime ecosystem in the Indo-Pacific region.
The visit is seen as a step toward reinforcing maritime ties between the two nations and fostering long-term cooperation in shipping, port management, and maritime capacity development.
