The French Navy aircraft carrier Charles De Gaulle arrived in Goa on January 4. It received a grand welcome from the Indian Navy band. The carrier, with its strike group, will engage in various naval exercises with the Indian Navy.

A French Carrier Strike Group (CSG) make a stopover in Goa and Kochi On Sunday (January 5). The stopovers at Goa and Kochi are part of Mission Clemenceau 25. The French aircraft carrier FNS Charles De Gaulle and its embarked air fleet is accompanied by escort vessels (frigates and supply ships).

Western Naval Command of the Indian Navy noted that the purpose of the visit is to enhance interoperability, foster mutual understanding and strengthen ties between the navies of India and France

The French Navy's nuclear-powered aircraft carrier Charles de Gaulle, part of Mission CLEMENCEAU 25, is visiting Goa and Kochi to enhance the strategic partnership with India. This deployment demonstrates growing military cooperation,