Monday, December 31, 2007

Govt giving importance to maritime security: PM

Conceding that the country neglected its maritime security and maritime economy in the past, Prime Minister Manmohan Singh said the UPA government is paying greater attention to them.

"I do believe that in the past, we have neglected our maritime economy as well as maritime security. The government has been paying greater attention to both," the PM said while addressing the Goa University Convocation ceremony here this morning. "Centre has modernised ports, improved port efficiency and increased investment in port development," the PM said. On the defence forces front, the Centre has increased investment in Coast Guard and Indian Navy. "We are proud of our Navy. It is one of the best navies in the world and today offers maritime security in the waters around our subcontinent," he stated.
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