India hosted the inaugural Quad Ports of the Future Conference in Mumbai, uniting 120 delegates from 24 Indo-Pacific nations to discuss resilient and future-ready port development. Organized under the Quad framework—comprising India, the USA, Japan, and Australia—the event marked a key advancement in maritime cooperation and sustainable development across the region.
Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal highlighted discussions on a shared vision for maritime collaboration, covering topics such as infrastructure, financing, cybersecurity, and sustainability. Prime Minister Narendra Modi emphasized India’s strategic geography and robust port infrastructure, inviting global investors to engage with the country’s evolving maritime sector. He noted Mumbai’s rich maritime legacy and its role as a gateway for global trade.
Modi also pointed to India’s expanding capabilities in shipping and seafaring, with the workforce rising significantly and shipping capacity steadily increasing. Innovations in green infrastructure at ports like Vizhinjam and Kandla illustrate India’s commitment to sustainability. The conference reaffirmed India’s position as a leader in developing a digitally advanced and secure maritime ecosystem, supporting the Maritime Amrit Kaal Vision 2047, aimed at making India a global maritime hub.
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