Cape Town, Sept. 27 -- The navies of India and South Africa concluded the 13th Navy Staff Talks from September 24 to 26, as per the Indian Navy. The talks focused on strengthening operational ties, expanding areas of bilateral cooperation, and maritime security across the Indian Ocean.

According to an Indian Navy statement, the 13th Staff Talks were co-chaired by Rear Admiral (RAdm) Nirbhay Bapna, ACNS (FCI), and RAdm M Nkomonde, Chief Director Maritime Strategy, South African Navy.

The talks focused on strengthening operational ties, exploring technical and training collaborations, and expanding avenues towards bolstering bilateral cooperation and maritime security across the Indian Ocean.

As per the statement, the Indian Navy delegat...