Minister of State for Defence, Sanjay Seth, has represented India at Madagascar’s 65th Independence Day anniversary celebrations and the creation of Malagasy Armed Forces. Leading a high-level Indian delegation on an official visit to Antananarivo, Madagascar, Mr Seth met with the country’s Minister of Armed Forces, Lt Gen Sahivelo Lala Monja Delphin. The two leaders discussed ways to further enhance bilateral defence cooperation especially in maritime security and capacity building. Mr Seth also called on Prime Minister of Madagascar, Christian Ntsay and conveyed warm greetings from Prime Minister Narendra Modi for their 65th Independence Day. He later took part in an Indian Community Reception organised by the Embassy in Antananarivo. He briefed the members of the Indian diaspora on the recent developments in the nation and about the economic transformation currently underway.