Evian, France: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday called for enhanced protection of global maritime trade routes and the safety of seafarers while addressing G7 leaders, including US President Donald Trump, during a session on international cooperation and solidarity.
Highlighting the human impact of the ongoing tensions in West Asia, the Prime Minister said the conflict had resulted in the loss of lives and property in several friendly nations and had disrupted global commerce through the strategically important Strait of Hormuz.
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“We welcome the progress made in peace efforts in West Asia. This conflict has caused loss of life and property in our friendly countries in the region. Disruptions to maritime trade through the Strait of Hormuz have adversely affected the global economy,” Modi said during the session titled “Forging New Partnerships and Rebuilding International Solidarity.”
Referring to the recent deaths of Indian civilians, including seafarers caught in the regional conflict, the Prime Minister stressed the need to safeguard those working at sea.
“Several Indian civilians have also lost their lives. The safety of seafarers, who connect nations through global maritime trade, is our responsibility. We must ensure that sea routes remain secure and that seafarers can carry out their work without fear,” he said.
Modi’s remarks came amid heightened concerns over the security of shipping lanes in the Middle East following recent incidents involving commercial vessels and the deaths of Indian seafarers. The Strait of Hormuz, which links the Persian Gulf to international waters, remains one of the world’s most critical maritime chokepoints, handling a substantial share of global oil supplies and commercial shipping.
The Prime Minister’s appeal underscored the importance of international cooperation in ensuring the safety of maritime trade and protecting seafarers who play a vital role in sustaining the global economy amid ongoing geopolitical tensions.
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