India, Vietnam Coast Guards Meet in Chennai

The 7th High-Level Meeting between the Indian Coast Guard and Vietnam Coast Guard was held in Chennai. The meeting was co-chaired by Director General Paramesh Sivamani and Major General Luong Dinh Hung.

The discussions focused on strengthening bilateral cooperation in key areas including Maritime Search and Rescue, Maritime Law Enforcement, and Marine Pollution Response. Both sides reviewed ongoing bilateral engagements and reaffirmed their commitment to enhancing cooperation and interoperability.

The meeting was held under the framework of the 2015 Memorandum of Understanding on Coast Guard Cooperation. The two Coast Guards emphasised the importance of regular institutional interactions, training programmes, and professional exchanges in further strengthening mutual trust and operational cooperation.

The Indian Coast Guard and Vietnam Coast Guard have a long history of cooperation. The 2015 Memorandum of Understanding on Coast Guard Cooperation has provided a framework for cooperation in areas such as maritime search and rescue, maritime law enforcement, and marine pollution response.

The meeting also discussed the upcoming India–Vietnam Coast Guard Joint Exercise, SAHYOG–HOPTAC, which is scheduled to be conducted at sea on 27 August 2026. The exercise will provide an opportunity for both Coast Guards to enhance operational coordination and exchange best practices.

The joint exercise is part of the ongoing bilateral engagement between the two Coast Guards. It aims to promote maritime safety, security, and environmental sustainability in the region. The exercise will also help to strengthen the relationship between the two countries and promote mutual understanding and cooperation.

The Indian Coast Guard and Vietnam Coast Guard have been working together to promote maritime cooperation in the region. The meeting and the upcoming joint exercise are part of this effort. The cooperation between the two Coast Guards is expected to continue and strengthen in the future.

The meeting and the joint exercise are significant as they promote maritime cooperation and friendship between India and Vietnam. The cooperation between the two countries is expected to have a positive impact on the region and promote peace and stability.

In conclusion, the 7th High-Level Meeting between the Indian Coast Guard and Vietnam Coast Guard was a significant event that promoted maritime cooperation and friendship between the two countries. The meeting and the upcoming joint exercise are part of the ongoing effort to strengthen the relationship between the two countries and promote mutual understanding and cooperation.

The cooperation between the Indian Coast Guard and Vietnam Coast Guard is a positive development that promotes maritime safety, security, and environmental sustainability in the region. It is expected to continue and strengthen in the future, promoting peace and stability in the region.