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Philippines, India eye naval cooperation in first high-level maritime talks
The Philippines and India held their first government-level maritime dialogue in Manila, agreeing to deepen ties and explore potential coast guard and naval cooperation.
Discussions identified areas of collaboration from maritime security to ocean science, including joint projects in maritime law enforcement, disaster response, and environmental protection.
Both nations emphasized their shared interest in a free, peaceful, and prosperous Indo-Pacific region.
They also agreed on the primacy of the 1982 UN Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS).
India's participation follows its increased vocalization against assertive actions in the West Philippine Sea, viewing strengthened maritime security partnership with the Philippines as crucial.
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