Indian Navy's frontline stealth frigate, INS Talwar, arrived in Mombasa, Kenya on 22 September 2024. The visit aims to further strengthen ties and reaffirm India's commitment to constructive collaboration and mutual growth. During ship’s stay in harbour, personnel from both navies will engage in a wide range of professional interactions and cross-exchange visits to enhance cooperation and bolster interoperability. India and Kenya share a strong bond built on a foundation of centuries-old historical ties. As geographic neighbours linked by the Indian Ocean, the two nation cherish a natural partnership, further strengthened over the years by regular high-level visits, increasing trade and investment, and extensive people-to-people contact. Maritime cooperation between India and Kenya is guided by the Vision Statement BAHARI, meaning 'Ocean’ in Swahili. Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi and Kenyan President William Samoei Ruto released Joint Vision Statement in December 2023 during Kenyan president's state visit to India.
