Indo-Pacific Regional Dialogue 2025

Current Context: The Indo-Pacific Regional Dialogue (IPRD) 2025 was held from October 28–30, 2025 at the Manekshaw Centre, New Delhi.

• It was organised by the Indian Navy with the National Maritime Foundation (NMF) as its knowledge partner.
• The dialogue was chaired by Admiral Dinesh K. Tripathi, Chief of the Naval Staff.
• Its theme was “Promoting Holistic Maritime Security and Growth: Regional Capacity-Building and Capability-Enhancement.
• The aim was to strengthen cooperation, build regional capacity, and promote sustainable maritime growth.
• Delegates from 30+ countries discussed issues like maritime security, Blue Economy, disaster response, and climate challenges.
• The event reinforced India’s role as a net security provider and a hub for maritime diplomacy in the Indo-Pacific.

Question:

Q.1 Which organisation organised the Indo-Pacific Regional Dialogue 2025?
a) Indian Coast Guard
b) National Maritime Foundation (NMF)
c) Indian Navy
d) Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO)

Answer: c) The Indian Navy organised the event, while the National Maritime Foundation served as the knowledge partner.