# Indo-Pacific maritime security and cooperation > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/indo-pacific-maritime-security-and-cooperation > Updated: 2026-09-30T15:40:43.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 2. Regional leaders and experts are focusing on strengthening maritime security and cooperation across the Indo-Pacific to protect sovereignty and supply chains. At the South Pacific Defence Ministers’ Meeting, Pacific defense leaders expressed a commitment to deepening security cooperation with Indo-Pacific partners while prioritizing national sovereignty. Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh also noted the expanding global reach of the Indian Navy, calling for enhanced maritime surveillance to address sea congestion and ‘grey-zone activities.’ In New Delhi, experts at a maritime cooperation conference emphasized the need to secure maritime highways and develop alternative supply routes amid geopolitical crises. Discussions highlighted the significant economic impact of current instabilities, noting that chartering costs for large vessels have increased substantially. To mitigate these shocks, proposals were made to expand the scope of the Information Fusion Centre – Indian Ocean Region (IFC-IOR) by involving port authorities and customs agencies to better track disruptions in commercial shipping. ## Timeline ### 2026-09-30: India-ASEAN maritime cooperation urged to secure Indo-Pacific supply routes Experts in New Delhi urge India and ASEAN to strengthen maritime cooperation and secure alternative supply routes to combat rising shipping costs and geopolitical instability in the Indo-Pacific. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/india-asean-maritime-cooperation-urged-to-secure-indo-pacific-supply-routes ### 2026-09-30: Pacific and Indian leaders emphasize maritime security and sovereignty Pacific leaders seek deeper security cooperation while prioritizing sovereignty, as India highlights its expanding global naval presence and blue-water capabilities. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/pacific-and-indian-leaders-emphasize-maritime-security-and-sovereignty --- Cite as: Indo-Pacific maritime security and cooperation. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/indo-pacific-maritime-security-and-cooperation