India to Host 5th Coast Guard Global Summit in 2027

Reaffirming its leadership in international maritime cooperation, India will host the 5th Coast Guard Global Summit (CGGS) in Chennai in 2027, coinciding with the Golden Jubilee celebrations of the Indian Coast Guard (ICG).

Highlights of the 2027 Summit

The three-day event will feature an International Coast Guard Fleet Review and a World Coast Guard Seminar, providing a global platform for dialogue on emerging maritime challenges and reinforcing the spirit of international maritime unity.

Decision at the 4th CGGS in Rome

The decision to award India the presidency of the 5th CGGS was taken unanimously at the 4th Coast Guard Global Summit, held in Rome, Italy, on September 11–12, 2025. The event was attended by delegates from 115 countries and international organisations, underlining the summit’s role as a vital mechanism for dialogue and cooperation among global coast guards.