New Delhi/Kuwait, Dec 13: The Indian Coast Guard Ship (ICGS) Sarthak has successfully concluded its goodwill visit to Kuwait, strengthening bilateral maritime ties and cooperation between India and Kuwait. The visit focused on naval diplomacy, training, and cultural exchange.
Goodwill Visit of ICGS Sarthak to Kuwait (9-13 December 2025) concludes with PASSEX
The indigenously designed and built Offshore Patrol Vessel (OPV) of the #IndianCoastGuard #ICGSSarthak on its maiden Overseas Deployment concluded a 5-day #GoodwillVisit to Kuwait today.
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— India in Kuwait (@indembkwt) December 13, 2025
Key Activities During the Visit
During its stay, ICGS Sarthak participated in several joint exercises and professional exchanges with the Kuwait Coast Guard and Navy. Key activities included:
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Port calls at strategic locations in Kuwait
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Maritime security discussions to enhance regional cooperation
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Cultural programs and community engagement events to foster goodwill
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Exchange of operational expertise in search and rescue, and pollution control
Officials noted that such visits enhance interoperability between the two nations’ maritime forces.
Significance of the Goodwill Visit
The visit reflects India’s commitment to maintaining strong maritime relations in the Gulf region. It also aims to promote regional security, strengthen partnerships, and enhance operational coordination between the Indian Coast Guard and its counterparts.
The goodwill mission provides an opportunity to showcase India’s maritime capabilities, and builds trust, cooperation, and mutual understanding in the maritime domain.
Statements from Officials
Senior officers from the Indian Coast Guard highlighted that visits like these play a crucial role in international relations, fostering peaceful cooperation at sea.
Kuwaiti authorities appreciated India’s initiatives and expressed their interest in continued maritime collaboration in training, joint exercises, and knowledge sharing.
Looking Ahead
ICGS Sarthak’s successful mission is expected to pave the way for more joint initiatives between India and Gulf nations. Such goodwill visits remain a cornerstone of India’s maritime diplomacy, enhancing regional security and strategic partnerships.