Maritime security in focus at India-Belgium naval talks

Chief of the Naval Staff of the Indian Navy Admiral Krishna Swaminathan, PVSM, AVSM, VSM, with Rear Admiral Tanguy Botman, Chief of the Belgian Navy in New Delhi, on November 15, 2026. | Photo Credit: Sushil Kumar Verma Commander of the Belgian Navy, Rear Admiral Tanguy Botman, held talks with Indian Navy Chief Admiral Krishna Swaminathan on a range of issues, including maritime security, operational engagements, and collaboration in naval technology, officials said on Saturday (November 15, 2026).The bilateral talk was aimed at strengthening maritime cooperation and further deepening navy-to-navy engagements between the two countries.On arrival, he paid homage to fallen soldiers by laying a wreath at the National War Memorial. Thereafter, he was accorded a ceremonial guard of honour at the South Block lawns.He also interacted with other senior officials to explore avenues for enhancing bilateral cooperation. India and Belgium share longstanding maritime linkages.The visit marks an important milestone in bilateral navy-to-navy relations and is expected to provide impetus to maritime cooperation through strengthening existing engagements and exploration of new avenues for collaboration, the official said. Published - November 15, 2026 04:22 am IST