Indian Coast Guard Participates in the 20th Heads of Asian Coast Guard Agencies Meeting (HACGAM) in Incheon, South Korea
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Event | 20th Heads of Asian Coast Guard Agencies Meeting (HACGAM) |
| Host | South Korean Coast Guard |
| Venue | Incheon, South Korea |
| Dates | September 2-6, 2024 |
| Participants | Coast Guard agencies from 23 Asian countries, including India |
| Key Discussions | Maritime Law Enforcement, Safety and Security at Sea, Marine Environment Protection, Illicit Trafficking |
| Bilateral Meeting | 12th annual meeting between Indian Coast Guard and South Korean Coast Guard on September 4, 2024 |
| HACGAM Origins | Established in 2004 in Japan to address piracy in Southeast Asian waters |
| HACGAM Headquarters | Japan |
| Indian Coast Guard | Founded on February 1, 1977 under the Ministry of Defence, Government of India |
| Indian Coast Guard HQ | New Delhi |
| Motto | "Vayam Rakshamah" (We Protect) |