Chennai, Sept. 13 -- Reaffirming its leadership in international maritime cooperation, India will host the 5th Coast Guard Global Summit (CGGS) in Chennai in 2027, coinciding with the Golden Jubilee celebrations of the Indian Coast Guard (ICG).

The three-day event will include an International Coast Guard Fleet Review and a World Coast Guard Seminar, providing a global platform for dialogue on emerging maritime challenges and showcasing international maritime unity.

The decision was taken unanimously at the 4th CGGS held in Rome, Italy, from September 11-12, 2025, attended by delegates from 115 countries and international organizations, a Defence Ministry statement said today.

Director General (DG) ICG Paramesh Sivamani emphasized that n...