Kochi, Aug. 30 -- The 'Emerging Leaders Panel Discussion' under the aegis of the Indian Ocean Naval Symposium (IONS) was successfully held at Southern Naval Command, Indian Navy's 'Emerging Leaders Panel Discussion' sees participation from 19 countries , from August 27-28, the Ministry of Defence said in an official statement on Friday.

As per the Ministry of Defence, the event brought together delegates from 19-member countries, thereby providing an inclusive platform for young naval leaders to exchange ideas, share experiences, and deliberate on the future of maritime cooperation in the Indian Ocean Region.

Vice Admiral V Srinivas, Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Southern Naval Command, delivered the Keynote address, hence setting t...