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CHINA’S SURVEY AND RESEARCH VESSEL (CSRV) FLEET AND ASSOCIATED RESEARCH INSTITUTES: PART III – GUANGZHOU MARINE GEOLOGICAL SURVEY (GMGS)

  Rear Admiral Monty Khanna (Retd) – ‘Dabolim Diaries’ Issue No 20 dated 31 Mar 2026   The Guangzhou Marine Geological Survey (GMGS) operates under the direct control of China Geological Survey, Ministry of Land and Resources. It is a comprehensive scientific institution which conducts national basic, strategic and public beneficial investigation and research of […]

31 March 2026 /0 Comments/by
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ELEMENTS OF A ‘LEGAL FINISH’ FOR THE PROTECTION OF CRITICAL UNDERWATER INFRASTRUCTURE

    Damage to ‘critical’ underwater infrastructure (CUI) especially submarine communication cables continues to make headlines in 2026.  With six ‘outages’ of cable systems again in the Baltic Sea within the span of a week from December 2025 to January 2026, the narrative of ‘sabotage’ of underwater infrastructure has neither lost focus nor steam.[1]  Significant […]

29 March 2026 /0 Comments/by
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THE IRAN CRISIS AND RUSSIA’S REAL GAINS — OIL, SHIPPING, SANCTIONS AND INDIA’S STAKES

    As the Iran crisis continues to unfold, a range of disruptions—from energy-supply concerns to rising shipping risks—are shaping global narratives about its wider consequences.  Among these, one claim has gained particular traction: that Russia is quietly “winning the war.”[1]  The logic appears straightforward.  As instability grips the Gulf and raises concerns over critical […]

29 March 2026 /0 Comments/by

Enhancing Maritime Consciousness in India: NMF–Rashtram School of Public Leadership

The National Maritime Foundation, in collaboration with the Rashtram School of Public Leadership at the Indian International Centre, convened a thought-provoking session examining India’s maritime identity and future trajectory. The discussion brought together diverse perspectives on the need to strengthen maritime consciousness as a critical component of India’s national outlook. Contributions ranged from Mr Shobhit […]

29 March 2026 /0 Comments/by
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THE REAL COST OF MARITIME CONFLICT IN THE STRAIT OF HORMUZ: IMPLICATIONS FOR INDIA’S SECURITY OF ENERGY

    Keywords Strait of Hormuz; India; Iran; Maritime Security of Energy; Maritime Conflict Geography; International Maritime Law; Oil Chokepoint The ongoing armed conflict in the Persian Gulf and its environs, principally involving Iran, the US, and Israel, has not only jeopardised the stability of West Asia but has also extended the theatre of conflict […]

28 March 2026 /0 Comments/by

Design and Construction of Warships in India: NMF Professional Education Lecture

Under its Professional Education Lecture Series, the National Maritime Foundation hosted Sujit Baxi, Director General of the Warship Design Bureau, for a lecture on “Design and Construction of Warships in India.” The session traced India’s journey towards achieving self-reliance in warship design and construction, highlighting the steady evolution of indigenous capabilities across platforms and systems. […]

27 March 2026 /0 Comments/by

MAKING WAVES E-NEWS BRIEF: SPECIAL EDITION

Making Waves is a compilation of maritime news and analytical insights drawn from national and international online sources. Sourced directly from original publications, the content undergoes minor editorial refinement by specialists in maritime affairs to ensure clarity and coherence. This publication is intended solely for academic and research purposes and is not meant for commercial […]

23 March 2026 /0 Comments/by
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CHINA’S SURVEY AND RESEARCH VESSEL (CSRV) FLEET AND ASSOCIATED RESEARCH INSTITUTES: PART IV – FIRST, SECOND, THIRD AND FOURTH INSTITUTE OF OCEANOGRAPHY (MINISTRY OF NATURAL RESOURCES)

    Rear Admiral Monty Khanna (Retd) – ‘Dabolim Diaries’ Issue No 19 dated 19 Mar 2026 China has over the years created four large Institutes of Oceanography that function under the Ministry of Natural Resources, often with collaboration with a provincial government/body. Three of these (First, Second, and Third) were established between the late […]

19 March 2026 /0 Comments/by

NMF Hosts Kenyan Joint Command and Staff Course Delegation for Maritime Briefing

The National Maritime Foundation hosted a distinguished delegation from the Joint Command and Staff Course, Kenya Defence Forces, comprising faculty and international participants, for a comprehensive briefing on India’s maritime outlook. The session provided an overview of the strategic significance of the Indo-Pacific, with particular emphasis on evolving maritime security challenges and the importance of […]

18 March 2026 /0 Comments/by

NMF Participates in Global Summit on Blue Economy: Ports, Petroleum and Trade Corridors in Focus

The National Maritime Foundation engaged with key stakeholders at the Global Summit on Blue Economy, organised by the BCKIC Foundation and the Office of the Principal Scientific Adviser to the Government of India. Representing the Foundation, Dr Chime Youdon participated in a high-level dialogue on ports, petroleum, and maritime trade corridors. The session brought together […]

17 March 2026 /0 Comments/by

India–Republic of Korea Maritime Cooperation in Focus at NMF

The National Maritime Foundation hosted Wongi Choe for substantive discussions on advancing maritime cooperation between India and the Republic of Korea. The engagement examined opportunities for collaboration across key sectors, including merchant shipbuilding, maritime transportation, and logistics ecosystems. Discussions highlighted the complementary strengths of both countries and the potential to build more integrated and resilient […]

17 March 2026 /0 Comments/by

NMF and ICIPS Sign MoU to Strengthen Indo-Pacific Maritime Research Collaboration

The National Maritime Foundation and the International Centre for Indo-Pacific Studies (ICIPS), Kurukshetra University, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to deepen collaboration on maritime and Indo-Pacific research, academic engagement, and policy dialogue. The MoU was signed by Vice Admiral Pradeep Chauhan, AVSM & Bar, VSM (Retd), Director-General of the National Maritime Foundation, and Virender […]

16 March 2026 /0 Comments/by

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