SANDEEP KUMAR | New Delhi | 13 September 2025 |:– India has been selected to host the 5th Coast Guard Global Summit (CGGS) in 2027, a decision taken unanimously by participants at the 4th CGGS held in Rome, Italy, from 11–12 September 2025. The announcement underscores India’s rising prominence in the global maritime domain and its commitment to advancing international maritime cooperation.
The Indian delegation, led by Director General Paramesh Sivamani, participated alongside representatives from 115 countries and international organizations, reinforcing the Summit’s status as a premier platform for global Coast Guard collaboration.
India’s 5th CGGS will take place in Chennai, coinciding with the Golden Jubilee celebrations of the Indian Coast Guard. The three-day event will feature an International Coast Guard Fleet Review and a World Coast Guard Seminar, offering a platform for dialogue on emerging challenges and opportunities in maritime security.
Director General highlighted the importance of inclusive global cooperation, noting that no single nation can address the full spectrum of maritime challenges alone. The Summit will focus on fostering interoperability, trust, and stronger collaborative mechanisms among Coast Guards worldwide.
During the Rome Summit, the Indian delegation also held discussions with the Italian Coast Guard on strengthening cooperation in Maritime Search and Rescue (M-SAR), marine pollution response, transnational maritime crime prevention, information exchange, and capacity building, in alignment with the Defence Cooperation Clause of the India–Italy Joint Strategic Action Plan 2025–2029. This development positions India as a key player in shaping the future of global maritime security and collaboration
