India is set to host the fifth edition of the Coast Guard Global Summit (CGGS) in New Delhi in February 2027, coinciding with the Swarnim Jayanti (Golden Jubilee) celebrations of the Indian Coast Guard. As part of the groundwork for this event, the Indian Coast Guard recently held a Working Level Meeting (WLM) in hybrid mode to begin shaping the framework for the upcoming Summit.

Important Points of the 5th Coast Guard Global Summit 2027

The Working Level Meeting focused on key organisational aspects needed to prepare for the Summit
Participants worked on refining the CGGS Meeting Guidelines
Discussions covered strengthening how information is shared between participating countries
The CGGS website is being improved to serve as a better platform for ongoing coordination
The meeting explored ways to build collective maritime capability through exchange of professional expertise
Countries discussed sharing operational experiences and adopting best practices from one another
A proposed Activity Calendar for future collaborative engagements was reviewed
The calendar lays out a roadmap for sustained cooperation among maritime agencies ahead of the Summit
The WLM served as an important step in aligning participating countries for productive discussions at the 2027 Summit

About Bharat's MAHASAGAR Vision

The 5th CGGS is being positioned as an important reflection of India's MAHASAGAR vision, which centres on building a maritime order that is collaborative, inclusive, and future-oriented. Through this vision, India aims to work closely with other nations to address shared maritime challenges, rather than approaching ocean security in isolation. The Indian Coast Guard has framed its continued participation in such summits as part of a broader commitment to supporting international efforts toward maritime safety and security, contributing to the wellbeing of the global maritime commons as a whole.