Indonesian-India navy ties: Admiral Muhammad Ali, the Chief of Staff of the Indonesian Navy, is visiting India as part of a high-level delegation accompanying President Prabowo Subianto. During his visit, he met Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi, Chief of the Indian Naval Staff, to strengthen maritime cooperation and deepen the ties between the two nations, which share strong maritime connections.
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According to a statement from the Navy spokesperson, their discussions focused on enhancing collaborative efforts such as Exercise Samudra Shakti, increasing operational cooperation, and tackling common maritime challenges like piracy and other illegal activities at sea.
Admiral Ali also visited important maritime facilities, including the Information Fusion Centre – Indian Ocean Region (IFC-IOR) and the Weapons and Electronics Systems and Engineering Establishment (WESEE). These institutions play a vital role in regional collaboration and improving maritime domain awareness.
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According to The Statesmen, he toured BrahMos Aerospace Private Limited (BAPL) to explore possibilities for strengthening defense and strategic partnerships between India and Indonesia.
Admiral Ali’s meetings with Indian Navy officials and defense stakeholders highlight the shared commitment of both nations to ensure regional security and maintain peace and stability in the maritime domain.
