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INS Trikand Boosts India-Tanzania Ties with Port Call in Dar-es-Salaam

The Indian Naval Ship Trikand has arrived at Dar-es-Salaam, Tanzania, as part of its deployment in the South West Indian Ocean Region. The visit aims to enhance bilateral maritime cooperation through professional interactions, joint training, and social engagements like sports and yoga. This port call follows a similar successful engagement in Maputo, Mozambique, where relief material was handed over and joint surveillance was conducted. The deployment aligns with India's strategic vision of MAHASAGAR, reinforcing its commitment as a preferred security partner in the region.

Key Points: INS Trikand Visits Tanzania to Strengthen Maritime Cooperation

  • Strengthens India-Tanzania maritime ties
  • Includes joint training & yoga sessions
  • Follows similar engagement in Mozambique
  • Reinforces Indian Navy as regional security partner
  • Part of broader MAHASAGAR vision
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Indian Naval Ship Trikand calls at Dar-es-Salaam, Tanzania

Indian Navy's INS Trikand arrives in Dar-es-Salaam for joint training, yoga, and cultural events to enhance bilateral ties and maritime security.

"aligned with India's vision of MAHASAGAR - Mutual and Holistic Advancement for Security and Growth Across Regions - Indian Navy Release"

Dar-es-Salaam, April 6

INS Trikand, a frontline guided missile frigate of the Indian Navy, arrived at Dar-es-Salaam, Tanzania, as part of its ongoing deployment in the South West Indian Ocean Region. The visit aims to strengthen maritime cooperation and enhance bilateral ties between India and Tanzania.

Engagements during the port call include professional interactions - joint training activities with the Tanzania Navy to enhance interoperability and maritime cooperation. In addition, a range of social and community engagements are planned, including friendly sports fixtures and yoga. A cultural evening will also be hosted onboard, fostering goodwill and people-to-people connections, according to a release.

Critical stores ferried from India will be handed over during the visit.

Captain Sachin Kulkarni, Commanding Officer of the ship, will call on senior dignitaries of the Tanzania People's Defence Forces and the Government of the United Republic of Tanzania, the release stated.

The port call by INS Trikand is aligned with India's vision of MAHASAGAR - Mutual and Holistic Advancement for Security and Growth Across Regions.

Last Week, INS Trikand, a frontline guided missile frigate of the Indian Navy, concluded her port call at Maputo, Mozambique on March 29.

During the stay, joint training and professional engagements were conducted, strengthening interoperability and maritime cooperation.

HADR relief material from India was handed over in the presence of Ussene Hilario Isse, Health Minister of the Republic of Mozambique, Robert Shetkintong, High Commissioner of India to Mozambique, and other senior government and military functionaries. A medical camp was also conducted at the Mozambique Navy Hospital.

Capt Sachin Kulkarni, Commanding Officer, called on the High Commissioner of India to Mozambique.

On departure, the ship undertook joint EEZ surveillance and training activities with personnel from the Mozambique Navy embarked on board, prior to proceeding for planned operational deployment.

The port call reflects India's vision of MAHASAGAR - Mutual and Holistic Advancement for Security and Growth Across Region, and reinforces the Indian Navy's commitment to remain the preferred security partner and first responder in the Indian Ocean Region.

- ANI

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Priya S
Love that they're including yoga and cultural events! It's not just about military cooperation, but building real people-to-people connections. This soft diplomacy is so important. Jai Hind!
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Rohit P
Good to see our navy active and assisting neighbours. The medical camp in Mozambique and handing over relief material shows our commitment goes beyond just security. This is the kind of leadership we need in the region.
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Sarah B
While this engagement is positive, I hope the focus remains on mutual benefit and isn't perceived as just strategic positioning against other powers in the region. Transparency in these partnerships is key for long-term trust.
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Vikram M
Joint EEZ surveillance and training is the most practical part. Piracy and illegal fishing are real concerns in the Western Indian Ocean. Our Navy working with African navies makes the seas safer for everyone's trade.
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Karthik V
Bharat's ancient trade and cultural links with East Africa are being revived in a modern context. From spices and textiles to security and disaster relief now. A proud continuum. 🙏

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