New Delhi, Sept. 15 -- Ministry of External Affairs Secretary (West) Sibi George on Monday met Leticia Reis de Carvalho, Secretary-General of the International Seabed Authority (ISA) and held talks on advancing cooperation in deep-sea mineral exploration, and strengthening multilateral engagement on ocean governance.

The delegations also held talks on sustainable use of marine resources.

In a post on X, Official Spokesperson of the MEA, Ranshir Jaiswal said, "Secretary (West) Sibi George received Leticia Reis de Carvalho, Secretary-General of the International Seabed Authority (ISA), today. Discussions were held on India's activities with ISA and advancing cooperation in deep-sea mineral exploration, sustainable use of marine resources ...