According to the Indian Navy, Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) coincided with the continued mission deployment of the Indian Navy vessel INS Trikand in the Persian Gulf and the Gulf of Oman.

The Indian Navy highlighted that INS Trikand, in line with the Prime Minister's vision of Security and Growth for All in the Region (SAGAR), actively contributes to regional maritime security and ensures the safe movement of trade.

The Navy tweeted, "Indian Navy's stealth frigate #INSTrikand mission deployed in the Persian Gulf & Gulf of Oman, contributing to #maritimesecurity in the region, ensuring safe movement of trade & realizing the Hon'ble PM @narendramodi's vision of #SAGAR."

SAGAR, India's strategic strategy for the Indian Ocean unveiled in 2015, underscores the growing importance of marine cooperation, commons, and security. The mission deployment of INS Trikand in the Persian Gulf and Gulf of Oman exemplifies India's commitment to the principles of SAGAR. By actively maintaining a presence in these strategically significant regions, INS Trikand upholds maritime security, facilitates the safe movement of trade, and supports Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision of Security and Growth for All in the Region.

India's strategic initiative, Security and Growth for All in the Region (SAGAR), is designed to bolster economic and security cooperation with neighboring maritime nations. Through SAGAR, India actively supports the development of maritime security capabilities in these countries, emphasizing a collaborative approach towards fostering regional stability and promoting growth in the maritime domain.

In June, the inaugural trilateral maritime exercise involving India, France, and the UAE showcased a comprehensive range of naval operations. These included surface warfare exercises, tactical firing and drills, and advanced air defense exercises. The joint exercise served as a testament to the collective commitment of the participating nations to strengthening maritime cooperation and security in the region.

"Maiden #India-#France-#UAE trilateral #MaritimePartnershipExercise commenced #07Jun in the Gulf of Oman. #INSTarkash & French Ship #FSSurcouf both with integral helos, French Rafale aircraft & UAE Navy MPA are participating in the exercise. @MarineNationale @DefenceMinIndia @IN_WNC," the Indian Navy tweeted.

The inaugural India, France, and UAE Maritime Partnership Exercise commenced in the Gulf of Oman on June 7, as confirmed by the Indian Navy in a statement.

Continuing his two-nation tour, Prime Minister Modi arrived in Abu Dhabi earlier on Saturday for an official visit.

Upon his arrival, Prime Minister Modi was accorded a ceremonial welcome at the airport. Subsequently, he held a meeting with the Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, Sheikh Khaled bin Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, in the United Arab Emirates (UAE).

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