Archive · 29 Jun 2025
India, Madagascar Discuss Defense Ties, Maritime Security
India and Madagascar are planning to work together more closely on defense.
They discussed how they can help each other, especially with protecting the sea and building up their military skills.
India's Minister of Defence went to Madagascar to talk about this.
He also took part in the celebration of Madagascar's Independence Day.
He told the Indian community there about India's progress.
Both countries are friends and want to continue being good partners in the Indian Ocean area.
India and Madagascar discussed boosting defense cooperation.
Focus areas include maritime security and capacity building.
Minister of State for Defence Sanjay Seth led the Indian delegation.
Seth represented India at Madagascar's Independence Day celebrations.
Seth met with Madagascar's Prime Minister and Indian community.
- Who
- Minister of State for Defence Sanjay Seth led the Indian delegation.
- What
- India and Madagascar discussed enhancing defense cooperation, focusing on maritime security and capacity building.
- When
- The discussions happened during a visit from June 25-27.
- Where
- Antananarivo, Madagascar.
- Why
- To strengthen the partnership between India and Madagascar, particularly in defense.
- Event
- Discussions on boosting defense cooperation
- Focus Areas
- Maritime security, capacity building
- Indian Delegation Lead
- Minister of State for Defence Sanjay Seth
- Location
- Antananarivo, Madagascar
- Related Event
- Celebration of Madagascar's Independence Day
