QUAD Nations Launch First-Ever ‘At Sea Observer Mission’

The Coast Guards of India, Japan, the US, and Australia have initiated the first-ever ‘QUAD at Sea Ship Observer Mission’ to enhance maritime security and cooperation in the Indo-Pacific. This mission involves cross-embarkation of officers from each nation aboard the USCGC Stratton, aiming to improve operational coordination and domain awareness. It aligns with the vision from the QUAD Leaders’ Summit and supports India's maritime strategy of SAGAR, emphasizing capacity-building and humanitarian outreach.

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