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Jaishankar, US Commander Paparo Boost Indo-Pacific Maritime Security
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Firstpost•04-10-2026, 22:07
Jaishankar, US Commander Paparo Boost Indo-Pacific Maritime Security
- •External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met with US Pacific Command Commander Admiral Samuel J Paparo to enhance bilateral maritime security cooperation in the Indo-Pacific.
- •Admiral Paparo's six-day visit aims to advance the US-India Major Defence Partnership and deepen military-to-military cooperation.
- •The US Pacific Command is crucial for peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific, promoting security cooperation and responding to contingencies.
- •US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor highlighted the meeting's goal to build on the Major Defence Partnership's momentum and strengthen security for both nations.
- •Admiral Paparo will discuss shared security priorities, including digital transformation, emerging technologies, and regional strategic stability, emphasizing the robust US-India defense partnership.
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External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar and US Pacific Command Commander Admiral Samuel J. Paparo focused their discussions on boosting bilateral maritime security cooperation and advancing the security partnership in the Indo-Pacific region.
Admiral Samuel J. Paparo is on a six-day visit to India starting from Saturday to advance the US-India Major Defence Partnership and deepen military-to-military cooperation.
US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor joined the meeting, noting that the discussions aimed to build upon the momentum of the US-India Major Defence Partnership and strengthen mutual security.
