Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral Krishna Swaminathan and the Chief of the Belgian Navy, Rear Admiral Tanguy Botman, held bilateral talks in New Delhi on November 15, 2026. The discussions focused on enhancing maritime security, operational engagements, and cooperation in naval technology.
The meeting was designed to strengthen maritime cooperation and further deepen the navy-to-navy relationship between the two nations. During his visit, Rear Admiral Botman laid a wreath at the National War Memorial to honor fallen soldiers and was presented with a ceremonial guard of honour at the South Block lawns.
Officials stated that the visit represents a significant milestone in the longstanding maritime linkages between India and Belgium. In addition to the primary talks, the Belgian Navy Chief interacted with other senior officials to identify further avenues for bilateral cooperation.
