French Naval Power Meets Indian Shores: Strengthening Naval Ties

French naval ships FS Forbin and FS Alsace, part of the French Carrier Strike Group, are visiting Kochi to enhance interoperability and collaboration with the Indian Navy. This visit includes professional exchanges and aims to foster mutual understanding and strengthen ties between the two navies.

Top French naval vessels, FS Forbin and FS Alsace, are anchoring at Kochi. Their mission: to enhance naval interoperability and collaboration with the Indian Navy.

During this strategic visit, commanding officers are expected to engage in dialogues with the Southern Naval Command's senior hierarchy.

This crucial interaction includes professional exchanges, cross-deck visits, and subject matter expert exchanges, all geared towards bolstering ties and reaffirming a mutual commitment to growth and collaboration.

(With inputs from agencies.)