Muscat - Emphasizing the critical need for stability in the Indian Ocean region amidst growing tensions in West Asia and the Indo-Pacific, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar underlined the importance of honoring agreements and fostering maritime cooperation. Speaking at the Eighth Indian Ocean Conference in Muscat on Saturday, Jaishankar elaborated on India’s significant contributions to regional maritime security, connectivity, and development.

In his keynote address, Jaishankar stressed that the Indian Ocean serves as a global lifeline, bringing nations together to achieve shared aspirations in development, security, and connectivity. Reflecting on India’s role, he highlighted how . . .