Middle East conflict: PM Modi reviews safety of seafarers, supply chain constraints
Prime Minister Narendra Modi chaired a high-level security meeting to address the impact of the Middle East conflict on India's supply chains and the safety of its citizens. The government is implementing measures to protect seafarers and ensure the uninterrupted supply of essential commodities like fertilizers and crude oil.
Why it matters
The meeting highlights India's strategic efforts to maintain economic stability and protect its diaspora amidst escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East.
NEW DELHI: Amid the deepening Middle East crisis, PM Narendra Modi Thursday chaired what was the fourth special meeting of the cabinet committee on security (CCS) and directed establishment of a mechanism to provide timely information, emergency assistance and counselling to seafarers, serving on both domestic and foreign-flagged vessels, and their families."The PM said all efforts must be made to safeguard citizens as well as the Indian diaspora from the impact of this conflict," an official statement said. It added that Modi also addressed issues related to fertilisers, energy and safety of Indian diaspora and seafarers, while calling for a whole-of-government approach to tackle the challenges.The release said the meeting also assessed the fertiliser requirement for the ensuing rabi season and discussed alternative sources of fertilisers.
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