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Indian Navy Chief's Mauritius Visit Strengthens Maritime Ties
The leader of India's navy, Admiral Krishna Swaminathan, is like the top captain of all the navy ships and sailors in India.
He has gone on a visit to Mauritius, an island country in the Indian Ocean.
The visit lasts four days, from Monday until Thursday.
During the trip, he will meet the leaders of Mauritius to talk about keeping the ocean safe and how the two countries can protect each other.
India and Mauritius are good friends and often train together on the water.
They work together by watching over the ocean, visiting each other's ports, and making maps of the sea.
Mauritius also joins big navy events with India, like MILAN, where many countries' navies meet.
The two countries share a vision called MAHASAGAR, which is a plan for the safety and growth of countries in the region.
This is the navy chief's first trip to another country since he got his new job.
The visit shows that India thinks Mauritius is a very important friend.
Admiral Krishna Swaminathan, India's Chief of the Naval Staff, has begun a four-day official visit to Mauritius from Monday, August 10, continuing till August 13.
The visit aims to strengthen bilateral maritime cooperation and deepen defence ties with Mauritius, described as an 'extremely valued partner' in the Indian Ocean Region.
During the visit, the Navy Chief will hold talks with senior Mauritian government leadership on maritime security, defence cooperation, capacity building and military collaboration.
India and Mauritius regularly engage through training exchanges, joint Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) surveillance, port visits and hydrographic surveys between the Indian Navy and the National Coast Guard.
The trip marks Admiral Swaminathan's first foreign destination since assuming charge as Chief of the Naval Staff, underscoring the priority India places on its friendship with Mauritius.
- Who
- Admiral Krishna Swaminathan, India's Chief of the Naval Staff, who will meet senior leaders of the Government of Mauritius
- What
- A four-day official visit to strengthen bilateral maritime cooperation and deepen defence ties
- Where
- Mauritius
- When
- August 10 to August 13, 2026
- Why
- To discuss maritime security, defence cooperation, capacity building and military collaboration, reflecting a shared commitment to stability in the Indian Ocean Region
Key facts
- Navy Chief
- Admiral Krishna Swaminathan
- Visit Duration
- 4 days (August 10-13, 2026)
- Destination
- Mauritius
- Purpose
- Strengthen bilateral maritime cooperation and deepen defence ties
- Discussion Topics
- Maritime security, defence cooperation, capacity building, military collaboration
- Shared Vision
- MAHASAGAR (Mutual and Holistic Advancement for Security and Growth Across Regions)
- Key Naval Initiatives
- Indian Ocean Naval Symposium, MILAN, International Fleet Review, Goa Maritime Conclave, IOS SAGAR, Exercise AIKEYME
- Mauritius Designation
- 'Extremely valued partner' in the Indian Ocean Region
- Significance
- First foreign visit since assuming charge as Chief of the Naval Staff
Quotes
Ministry of Defence, India
Official statement by the Indian Ministry of Defence
“"The visit of Admiral Krishna Swaminathan to Mauritius after assuming charge as the Chief of the Naval Staff underscores the priority India accords to the friendship it shares with Mauritius, anchored in mutual respect, trust and a shared commitment to maritime security, regional cooperation and stability in the Indian Ocean Region."”
thehansindia.com
“"The visit is part of India's continued engagement to strengthen bilateral maritime cooperation and deepen defence ties with Mauritius, an extremely valued partner in the Indian Ocean Region."”
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Mauritian Foreign Minister Dhananjay Ramful
Mauritian Foreign Minister
“"Mauritius has remained at the centre of India's diplomatic policy during Prime Minister Modi's tenure. He has visited Mauritius on two occasions - in 2015 and again in 2025. On both occasions, he had launched two landmark initiatives: SAGAR and MAHASAGAR Vision."”
thehansindia.com
Sources
Indian Navy Chief embarks on 4-day Mauritius visit to strengthen maritime cooperation
Navy Chief Krishna Swaminathan begins 4-day Mauritius visit to boost maritime ties
Indian Navy chief begins first foreign trip with Mauritius visit
Navy chief Admiral Swaminathan leaves for Mauritius










