Sanjeev Singla spoke to French and international guests during a reception aboard the naval training ship INS Sudarshini. In his address, he highlighted the courage and dedication of the Indian Navy and also marked the celebration of 400 years of the French Navy.

He spoke about the long-standing friendship between India and France and their strong cultural cooperation. The Ambassador also emphasized the shared maritime tradition of the two navies, working together from the Indian Ocean to the Mediterranean Sea to protect important sea routes, support freedom of navigation, and uphold international law.
