ICGS Samudra Paheredar's ASEAN Deployment | 12 Apr 2024

Source: PIB

The Indian Coast Guard's Pollution Control Vessel (PCV) Samudra Paheredar recently made a significant port call at Muara, Brunei, as part of its ongoing overseas deployment to ASEAN countries.

  • This deployment is part of the India ASEAN Initiative for Marine Pollution, announced by the government in 2022.
  • This deployment not only strengthens bilateral relationships but also aligns with India's maritime vision of SAGAR, Act East Policy, and Indo-Pacific Vision, emphasizing shared concerns for marine pollution and maritime security.

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