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To celebrate 50 years of diplomatic relations between the two countries, Omani sail boat "Majan" is retracing a historic sea trade route that existed between the two nations, during the Bronze Age. "Majan" boat set sail today from Sur in Oman to Bet Dwarka in India on a two week long voyage using sails and navigating with the help of celestial bodies as was done in the ancient times.
The Indian Naval Ship Gomati is escorting the "Majan" boat during this historic voyage and will provide Search and Rescue cover, to ensure her safe passage to the Indian port of Okha on the Saurashtra Coast in Gujarat.
India and Oman have age-old friendly relations between the people of the two countries. The diplomatic relations between the two nations have withstood the test of time over the last 50 years. The two coastal states have had maritime interactions dating back many a millennia when trade was through sea routes. In the recent years the Navies of the two nations have consolidated and strengthened this relationship by conducting regular exercises and ship visits. This has resulted in understanding and recognising the importance of the roles of India and Oman in International maritime affairs.
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