Evian-les-Bains, France: Prime Minister Narendra Modi raised concerns about the safety of seafarers during bilateral talks with US President Donald Trump on the sidelines of the G7 Summit in France on Wednesday. The meeting marked their first formal bilateral engagement in 16 months.
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The discussion came amid concerns over maritime security following US attacks on vessels carrying Indian crew members near Oman last week, in which three Indian seafarers lost their lives. Modi stressed the importance of secure global shipping routes and called for safeguards for seafarers in any future agreement involving Iran.
“We have always said that freedom of navigation should be ensured and we should also stress upon that. Lakhs of Indian seafarers are on duty in different seas of the world in the sector of maritime trade. I believe that their security is equally important…I am confident that in the deal (with Iran) security of seafarers will be ensured and prioritised,” Modi said.
US President Donald Trump Expresses Condolences Over Death of Indian Seafarers in U.S. Strikes During Bilateral Talks With Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
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The Prime Minister also praised Trump’s efforts to advance peace initiatives in West Asia. Trump, in turn, highlighted growing cooperation between India and the United States and described Modi as a long-time friend. The meeting follows recent efforts by both countries to strengthen ties despite disagreements over trade, immigration policies and regional security issues.
