Oceans connect, not divide nations, PM Modi says, calls for secure maritime order
Prime Minister Narendra Modi advocated for a secure, rules-based maritime order, emphasizing that oceans should connect nations rather than serve as conflict zones. India is actively pushing for a ceasefire plan to protect critical maritime infrastructure and commercial shipping in the Black Sea.
Why it matters
India's diplomatic push highlights the global economic necessity of maintaining open sea lanes for food and energy security amidst the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict.
Doubling down on India’s stand that sea lanes must not be turned into war zones and proposal to end conflict on Black Sea, PM Narendra Modi said oceans don’t separate countries but these connect them while calling for a free, open, secure and rules-based maritime order.In a message that was read out at Great Oceans Dialogue in Delhi, PM said, “The oceans do not separate us, they connect us, because what happens in one part of the world can have an impact far beyond its shores...Our vision is a free, open, secure and rule-based maritime that brings greater peace, prosperity and progress for all.” Modi said India’s maritime vision extends across regions and oceans, and is built on “cooperation, trust, mutual respect and mutual benefit”.His remarks come amid efforts to push a maritime understanding between Russia and Ukraine to keep the Black Sea open for commercial shipping and prevent attacks…
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