• In June 2025, the Ministry of Ports, Shipping & Waterways (MoPSW), led by Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal, inaugurated the first ASEAN-India Cruise Dialogue 2025 in Chennai, Tamil Nadu.
•  This initiative marked a significant step toward enhancing maritime ties between India and Southeast Asian nations.
• Participating Nations
• The two-day forum witnessed participation from over 30 delegates representing all ten ASEAN countries, including:
•  Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Lao People’s Democratic Republic, Malaysia, Myanmar, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, and Vietnam.
•  Additionally, Timor Leste also participated in the dialogue.