During the visit, the ship’s Commanding Officer, Commander Ramanjeet Singh Rana, accompanied by India’s Defence Advisor, met Bruno Shioso, Director General of the Kenya Coast Guard Service (KCGS).
The discussions focused on enhancing cooperation between the Indian Coast Guard and the Kenya Coast Guard Service, particularly through training programmes and joint exercises. The engagement highlighted the importance of strengthening operational coordination and building capacity to address shared maritime security challenges.
The Indian delegation, joined by the Assistant High Commissioner of India, also met Captain William Ruto, Managing Director of the Kenya Ports Authority.
Their discussions covered port security, maritime safety, maritime connectivity and ways to facilitate bilateral trade between the two countries.
The meetings reflect the growing importance of maritime cooperation between India and Kenya, whose economic and commercial interests are closely linked to the security and efficiency of Indian Ocean shipping routes.
Through exchanges on coast guard training, port management and maritime safety, both countries are seeking to reinforce their partnership in safeguarding maritime activities and supporting regional trade.
The port call by Varaha also provides an opportunity to deepen professional ties between Indian and Kenyan maritime institutions, while promoting cooperation in the wider Indian Ocean region.
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