Indian Navy Ships Visit Bahrain to Strengthen Maritime Security Ties Amid 77th Republic Day Celebrations
In September 2024, three Indian Navy ships, INS Mormugao, INS Tarkash, and INS Tabar, visited Bahrain to enhance bilateral relations and regional maritime security. This visit included professional training for Bahrain Defence Force and Combined Maritime Forces personnel.
As India celebrates its 77th Republic Day and the 53rd anniversary of its embassy in Bahrain, the historical ties between the two nations are highlighted. Their relationship, rooted in trade since the Dilmun and Indus Valley period, includes significant cultural exchanges.
Bilateral trade reached $1.64 billion in 2024-25, with investments exceeding $2 billion in early 2025. India is among Bahrain's top 10 trading partners. The Fifth Bahrain-India High Joint Commission Meeting took place in November 2024, focusing on enhancing cooperation in security, health, culture, education, and tourism. The next session is scheduled for 2025 in Bahrain.
