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The maritime geography of the Indo-Pacific is currently undergoing a period of profound structural realignment. At the centre of this shift lies the evolving security architecture between New Delhi and Tokyo. The 11th edition  of the Indian Navy-Japan Maritime Self-Defence Force (JMSDF) Staff Talks, which concluded in New Delhi on 29 January 2026, represents a significant data point in this trajectory. The talks underscore a deeper, more humanized commitment to a “Free and Op

Yokosuka, Japan October 23, 2025 The Indian Naval Ship (INS) Sahyadri, an indigenously built Shivalik-class guided missile stealth frigate, showcased India’s growing maritime strength and self-reliance during the Japan-India Maritime Exercise (JAIMEX-25) held from October 16 to 18, followed by a Harbour Phase at Yokosuka, Japan, on October 21. R. Madhu Sudan, Chargé d’Affaires, Embassy of India in Tokyo, Japan and Rear Admiral YAMAGUCHI Nobohisa, Chief of Staff, JMSDF Yokosuk

The Indian delegation was led by Ms Muanpuii Saiawi, Joint Secretary (D&ISA), MEA and the Japan delegation by Mr. KASHIWABARA Yutaka,...