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Pradeep Kumar

24/08/21 11:50 AM IST

EXERCISE BETWEEN INDIAN NAVY AND THE PHILIPPINE NAVY

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The joint evolutions conducted during the exercise included several operational manoeuvers and the participating ships of both navies were satisfied with the consolidation of interoperability achieved through this operational interaction at sea.

Highlights
  • The Indian naval ships are currently deployed to the Western Pacific with an aim to strengthen maritime security collaboration with partner nations.
  • The interaction with BRP Antonio Luna was, therefore, an enriching opportunity for the Indian Navy to consolidate its bilateral relations with the Philippine Navy.
  • In compliance with the prevailing pandemic guidelines, the exercise was conducted in contactless manner and all necessary health and safety protocols were strictly observed.
  • After the exercise, the Indian naval ships are scheduled to call at Manila Port for replenishment.
  • India and The Philippines share a very robust defence and security partnership built over several years and spanning across all domains.
  • Both navies remain committed to further strengthening bilateral collaboration in the maritime domain towards a collective aim of ensuring a stable, peaceful and prosperous Indo-Pacific.
Source: PIB

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