Abstract

This research explores India’s strategic engagement in international maritime agreements as a mechanism for promoting a resilient and sustainable ocean governance framework. It examines India’s alignment with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly SDG 14 and its active participation in regional and global cooperative initiatives aimed at enhancing climate resilience, marine conservation, and disaster preparedness. Using a qualitative analytical approach based on policy documents, multilateral agreements, and regional initiatives, the study assesses India’s contributions to climate diplomacy, humanitarian assistance, and sustainable fisheries management. The findings reveal that India’s maritime diplomacy has strengthened regional cooperation, improved disaster response capacities, and supported community-based conservation efforts, thereby contributing to biodiversity protection and influencing global maritime norms. The analysis highlights how India integrates environmental stewardship with strategic and economic interests, positioning itself as a responsible maritime power in the Indian Ocean region. The study concludes that how India’s maritime strategy demonstrates a holistic approach that advances climate resilience, regional stability, and sustainable development, framing it as a key actor in shaping a resilient blue economy and a sustainable ocean governance model for the future.

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