PM Modi and Iran President Pezeshkian discussed West Asia developments, with India stressing freedom of navigation, commerce and seafarers' safety. Safe shipping routes protect India's trade, oil imports and the many Indians working at sea.
Whether you're budgeting for groceries or filling your fuel tank, secure sea routes help keep import and oil costs stable. Indian seafaring families also depend directly on route safety.
Track follow-up statements from India and Iran on West Asia shipping security.