New Delhi: A Maritime Partnership Exercise (MPX) between Japan Maritime Self Defense Force and Indian Navy was conducted today in the Andaman Sea.
INS Sukanya, an offshore patrol vessel and JS Samidare, a Murasame class destroyer, undertook various exercises including seamanship activities, aircraft operations and tactical manoeuvres as part of the operational interaction.
The two countries have been carrying out regular exercises in Indian Ocean Region towards reinforcing maritime association. The exercise was aimed at enhancing interoperability and streamlining seamanship and communication procedures.
This exercise is part of the ongoing efforts between the two navies toward ensuring safe and secure international shipping and trade in the Indian Ocean Region, the Ministry of Defence stated.
– global bihari bureau
