<span style="color: #222222;">A high-level delegation led by the French Minister of Armed Forces Sebastien Lecornu visited the Indigenous Aircraft Carrier INS Vikrant yesterday. The delegation also interacted with the Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Southern Naval Command Vice Admiral M A Hampiholi on board the carrier. The discussions ranged from enhancing cooperation in areas of mutual interest to maritime challenges in the Indian Ocean Region. The French Minister acknowledged India's indigenous potential and self-reliance.</span>