The 14th High Level Meeting between the Indian Coast Guard (ICG) and Korea Coast Guard (KCG) was held on October 14, 2026, in Incheon, Republic of Korea. The meeting focused on strengthening bilateral maritime cooperation and enhancing strategic engagement between the two maritime security agencies. Both delegations reviewed existing operational frameworks and discussed roadmap strategies to enhance cooperation in key areas including Maritime Search and Rescue (M-SAR), Marine Pollution Response (MPR), Maritime Law Enforcement (MLE), capacity building, and operational coordination.
The meeting reaffirmed commitment to the existing Memorandum of Understanding, with both coast guards agreeing to further strengthen professional exchanges, joint training exercises, bilateral ship visits, and real-time information sharing. The Indian Coast Guard delegation, led by Inspector General T. Sashi Kumar, was on an official visit to South Korea from October 13-16, 2026, while the Korean delegation was led by Senior Superintendent General Im Myeong Gil. The meeting concluded with a shared commitment to deepen operational synergy and contribute toward maintaining a safe, secure, and environmentally sustainable maritime ecosystem in the region.