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India and Vietnam Boost Maritime Ties with INS Sagardhwani Visit

INS Sagardhwani, the Indian Navy's oceanographic research vessel, concluded a successful visit to Cam Ranh, Vietnam from May 4-8. The visit enhanced maritime and scientific cooperation between India and Vietnam, coinciding with a decade of strategic partnership. Discussions focused on research collaboration, knowledge sharing, and capacity building in oceanographic science and technology. The visit included training exchanges, cross-deck visits, sports fixtures, and yoga sessions with the Vietnam People's Navy.

Key Points: India Vietnam Maritime Cooperation INS Sagardhwani Visit

  • INS Sagardhwani visited Cam Ranh, Vietnam from May 4-8
  • Discussions focused on maritime engagement, training, and scientific cooperation
  • Scientists from National Oceanographic Institute visited the ship
  • Visit marks a decade of India-Vietnam Strategic Partnership
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India, Vietnam enhance maritime and scientific cooperation with INS Sagaradhwani's visit

INS Sagardhwani's visit to Vietnam strengthens India-Vietnam maritime and scientific cooperation, marking a decade of strategic partnership.

"The visit marks a testament to the growing bilateral maritime partnership and scientific engagement between the two countries in the region. - Ministry of Defence"

New Delhi, May 11

INS Sagardhwani, the Indian Navy's oceanographic research vessel's visit to Vietnam enhanced the maritime and scientific cooperation of India-Vietnam, said the Ministry of Defence on Sunday.

INS Sagardhwani, the Indian Navy's oceanographic research vessel, concluded a successful visit to Cam Ranh, Vietnam, from May 4-8.

During the visit, the Commanding Officer of INS Sagardhwani called on Sr Col Tran Van Cuong, Deputy Head of Khanh Hoa Military Command and Sr Capt Nguyen Huu Minh, Deputy Political Commissar of Naval Region 4, noted the Ministry.

It mentioned that the discussions highlighted avenues for deeper maritime engagement, professional interactions, training cooperation and scientific endeavours coinciding with a decade of India-Vietnam Strategic Partnership.

"The ship will engage with the Institute of Oceanography, Nha Trang, fostering collaboration in marine science and oceanography," on May 5, the spokesperson of the Indian Navy wrote on the social media platform X.

The interactions centred on research collaboration, knowledge sharing and capacity building in the field of oceanographic science and technology, said the Ministry.

Scientists from the National Oceanographic Institute also visited the ship during the port call.

"The visit includes training exchanges, cross-deck visits, sports fixtures & Yoga sessions with the Vietnam People's Navy, strengthening maritime security, regional cooperation and mutual partnership," added the spokesperson of the Indian Navy last week.

As part of the professional exchange, the Commanding Officer interacted with Sr Capt Ho Thanh Hoa, Deputy Director of the Naval Academy, Vietnam. Deliberations focused on expanding cooperation in naval training and education. Officers and cadets of the Academy also visited the ship and gained insights into its operational role and onboard capabilities.

"The visit marks a testament to the growing bilateral maritime partnership and scientific engagement between the two countries in the region," noted the Ministry.

Recently, a Vietnam People's Navy (VPN) ship participated in International Fleet Review 26 and MILAN 26 at Visakhapatnam in February 2026.

- IANS

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Priya S
I'm glad to see our Navy engaging in scientific collaboration, but I hope we're also focusing on tangible outcomes. Oceanography is crucial for climate change research and sustainable fishing, but are we sharing data openly? Would love to see concrete joint projects emerge from these visits, not just ceremonial exchanges.
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Vikram M
Vietnam is a key pillar of India's Act East policy. INS Sagardhwani's visit is a smart move—showcasing our naval capability without being aggressive. The yoga sessions with VPN personnel is a nice touch too! This is how you build lasting partnerships. Jai Hind! 🚢
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Sarah B
As someone who works in marine research, this is fantastic news. Vietnam's Institute of Oceanography is well-regarded, and our scientists can learn a lot from each other. Ocean acidification and sea-level rise are threats we both face—shared research is the only way forward. Kudos to the Indian Navy for thinking beyond traditional defence roles!
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Rohit P
Cam Ranh Bay is strategically important—it's where the US had a base during the war. India docking there is a clear signal to other powers in the region. But let's not get carried away with geopolitics; the scientific aspect is what makes this visit unique. Well played, MOD! 👏
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James A
Nice to see India and Vietnam working together. I've visited both countries, and the cultural similarities are striking. This kind of scientific diplomacy is what the world needs more of—less sabre-rattling and more shared understanding of our oceans. Hope to see more such visits in the future.

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