India and the European Union reaffirm their cooperation on sustainable ship recycling and work toward the inclusion of Indian ship recycling facilities under the European Union Ship Recycling Regulation (EUSRR). Union Shipping Minister Sarbananda Sonowal says India aims to recycle nearly 16,000 ships over the next decade and has announced a financial commitment of USD 8 billion to support growth in the shipbuilding and ship recycling sectors. In meetings with European Commissioner for Environment, Water Resilience and a Competitive Circular Economy Jessika Roswall, the two sides review the ongoing audit and compliance process for Indian ship recycling yards that are seeking EU recognition. The European Union’s process is described as an audit and compliance effort tied to EUSRR requirements, with both sides expressing confidence that progress is being made toward recognition. An additional report notes that three Indian yards are ready for EU recognition, reflecting the current stage of the review process. The discussions focus on strengthening cooperation mechanisms and ensuring that Indian facilities meet the standards set under the EU framework for sustainable ship recycling.