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Jaishankar unveils Maritime Rescue Coordination Centre in Sri Lanka

Published on 25 Jun 2024

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Jaishankar unveils Maritime Rescue Coordination Centre in Sri Lanka
  • India and Sri Lanka launched the MRCC on June 20 to strengthen maritime security cooperation, supported by a grant from New Delhi.
  • The MRCC initiative underscores the strategic maritime security partnership between the two nations amidst regional geopolitical concerns over port developments and naval activities.
  • The MRCC, with its main and sub-centres along Sri Lanka's coastline, aims to bolster coordination and response capabilities, reinforcing collaborative efforts in the Indian Ocean Region.
Source: SarkariPariksha