Where was the seventh edition of the Indian Ocean Naval Symposium (ION...
The seventh edition of the Indian Ocean Naval Symposium (IONS), which was hosted by the French Navy at La Reunion in Italy, concluded. Admiral Karambir Singh, Chief of the Naval Staff, Indian Navy, participated virtually in the inaugural session of the three-day event.
Where was the seventh edition of the Indian Ocean Naval Symposium (ION...
The Indian Ocean Naval Symposium (IONS) is a series of biennial meetings between the littoral states of the Indian Ocean region. It provides a forum to increase maritime security cooperation, discuss regional maritime issues, and promote friendly relationships among the member states.
The symposium was first held in 2008 with India as host.
The chairmanship and location of the Symposium rotates between the various member states.
IONS is a security construct for the Indian Ocean region which is similar to the Western Pacific Naval Symposium. It is a voluntary initiative among the navies and maritime security agencies of the member nations. In addition to the symposiums, numerous other activities like workshops, essay competitions and lectures are also held under the umbrella of the organization.
The correct answer is France.
The 7th edition of the Indian Ocean Naval Symposium (IONS), a biennial event, was hosted by the French Navy at La Réunion from 28 June to 1 July 2021.
IONS was conceived by the Indian Navy in 2008.
The chairmanship of IONS has been held by India, UAE , South Africa, Australia, Bangladesh, and Islamic Republic of Iran.
France has assumed the Chairmanship on 29 Jun 21 for a two-year tenure.
France:
Capital - Paris.
Currency - Euro.
President - Emmanuel Macron.
Prime Minister - Jean Castex.
National Sport - Football.