Narendra Modi
Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh · Bharatiya Janata Party · India
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“The high level of and active participation in today’s open debate shows that the subject is important for all members of the Security Council.”
“And therefore, we have to keep our maritime environment free from pollution like plastics and oil spills, and take joint steps against overfishing and marine poaching. At the same time, we must also increase cooperation on ocean science. India has launched an ambitious “deep ocean mission”. We have also taken several initiatives to encourage sustainable fishing. Fifth principle: we must encourage responsible maritime connectivity. It is clear that infrastructure creation is necessary to increase maritime trade. But the physical sustainability and absorption capacity of the countries have to be kept in mind in the development of such infrastructure projects. For this, we must make proper global norms and standards. I am sure, on the basis of these five principles, that a global road map of maritime security cooperation can be formed.”
“Third principle: we must face natural disasters and maritime threats created by non-State actors together. India has initiated several steps to enhance regional cooperation on this subject. We have been the first responder in maritime disasters related to cyclones, tsunamis and pollution. The Indian Navy has been patrolling the Indian Ocean since 2008 to prevent piracy. India’s White Shipping Information Fusion Centre is increasing shared maritime domain awareness in our region. We have provided training in hydrographic survey support and maritime security to many countries. India’s role in the Indian Ocean has been as a net security provider. Fourth principle: we have to preserve the maritime environment and maritime resources. As we know, the oceans have a direct impact on the climate.”
“In today’s context, India has defined the vision of security and growth for all in the region on the basis of this open and inclusive ethos. Through this vision, we want to create an inclusive structure for maritime security in our region. This vision is of a safe, secure and stable maritime domain. Free maritime trade also requires that we fully respect the rights of each other’s sailors. Second principle: the settlement of maritime disputes must be peaceful and based on international law only. This is very important for mutual trust and confidence. It is only through this principle that we can ensure global peace and stability. With this understanding and maturity, India has resolved its maritime boundary with its neighbouring country, Bangladesh.”
“I am confident that today’s high-level discussion will guide the world on the issue of maritime security. I would like to place before you five basic principles to structure this brainstorming. First principle: we must remove barriers from legitimate maritime trade. The prosperity of all of us depends on the active flow of maritime trade. The hurdles could be a challenge for the entire global economy. Free maritime trade has been associated with the civilization of India since time immemorial. Thousands of years ago, the Lothal port of the Indus valley civilization was linked to maritime trade. It was in the independent maritime environment of ancient times that the message of peace of Lord Buddha spread to the world.”
“The ocean is our joint heritage. Our sea routes are the lifeline of international trade. And the biggest thing is that these oceans are very important for the future of our planet. But today, our shared maritime heritage is facing many challenges. Sea routes are being misused for piracy and terrorism. There are maritime disputes between many countries. And climate change and natural disasters are also maritime domain-related issues. In this broad context, we must make a framework of mutual understanding and cooperation for the preservation and use of our common maritime heritage. No country can make such a framework alone. It can only be realized through a common effort. It is with this thought that we have brought this important issue before the Security Council.”