{"id":99025,"date":"2026-04-01T16:33:20","date_gmt":"2026-04-01T16:33:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/mozambique\/all-news\/indian-naval-ship-trikand-concludes-port-call-in-maputo"},"modified":"2026-04-01T17:12:32","modified_gmt":"2026-04-01T17:12:32","slug":"indian-naval-ship-trikand-concludes-port-call-in-maputo","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/mozambique\/all-news\/indian-naval-ship-trikand-concludes-port-call-in-maputo","title":{"rendered":"Indian Naval Ship Trikand Concludes Port Call in Maputo"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"ap-summary\" dir=\"ltr\" lang=\"en\">\n<h4>What You Need to Know<\/h4>\n<p>Indian Naval Ship Trikand has successfully concluded its port call in Maputo, Mozambique, on March 29. The visit included joint training exercises with the Mozambique Navy and the delivery of humanitarian assistance. The activities aimed to strengthen maritime cooperation and enhance interoperability between the two nations&#8217; naval forces, reflecting India&#8217;s commitment to maritime engagement in the<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><span class=\"ap-article-header-tag\"> <strong>Africa-Press &#8211; Mozambique. <\/strong> <\/span>Indian Naval Ship Trikand concluded its port call at Maputo in Mozambique on March 29, the Ministry of Defence said on Tuesday, with the visit involving joint training and humanitarian outreach activities.<\/p>\n<p>During the port call, the guided missile frigate undertook professional exchanges and joint exercises with the Mozambique Navy aimed at enhancing interoperability and maritime cooperation.<\/p>\n<p>India also handed over humanitarian assistance and disaster relief (HADR) material during the visit in the presence of Mozambique\u2019s Health Minister Ussene Hilario Isse and Indian High Commissioner to Mozambique Robert Shetkintong. A medical camp was organised at the Mozambique Navy Hospital, the ministry said.<\/p>\n<p>Commanding Officer Captain Sachin Kulkarni also met the Indian High Commissioner during the visit.<\/p>\n<p>Following its departure, Trikand carried out joint exclusive economic zone (EEZ) surveillance and training with Mozambique Navy personnel onboard before proceeding for its scheduled deployment.<\/p>\n<p>The ministry said the port call reflects India\u2019s efforts to strengthen maritime engagement in the Indian Ocean Region under its MAHASAGAR initiative.<\/p>\n<p>India and Mozambique have maintained a cordial relationship, particularly in defense and maritime cooperation. The Indian Navy&#8217;s presence in the region is part of a broader strategy to enhance security and stability in the Indian Ocean. The MAHASAGAR initiative underscores India&#8217;s commitment to fostering partnerships with maritime nations, focusing on collaborative efforts in humanitarian assistance and disaster relief, as well as joint training exercises to improve operational readiness and interoperability between naval forces.<\/p>\n<p class=\"ap-article-footer-note\">Find more news and analyses on <span class=\"ap-highlight-country\">Mozambique<\/span> on the <span class=\"ap-highlight-brand\">Africa Press<\/span> website<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>What You Need to Know Indian Naval Ship Trikand has successfully concluded its port call in Maputo, Mozambique, on March 29. The visit included joint training exercises with the Mozambique Navy and the delivery of humanitarian assistance. 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