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Pradeep Kumar

06/10/21 09:30 AM IST

FIFTH EDITION OF ‘JIMEX’

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The fifth edition of India – Japan Maritime Bilateral Exercise, JIMEX, between the Indian Navy (IN) and the Japan Maritime Self-Defence Force (JMSDF), will be held in Arabian Sea from 06 to 08 October 2021.

Aim

JIMEX-21 aims to develop common understanding of operational procedures and enhance inter-operability through conduct of a multitude of advanced exercises, across the entire spectrum of maritime operations.

Details
  • JIMEX series of exercises commenced in January 2012 with special focus on maritime security cooperation.
  • The last edition of JIMEX was conducted in September 2020.
  • Indigenously built Guided Missile Stealth Destroyer Kochi and Guided Missile Frigate Teg, under the command of Rear Admiral Ajay Kochhar, Flag Officer Commanding Western Fleet, will represent the Indian Navy
  • Multi-faceted tactical exercises involving weapon firings, cross-deck helicopter operations and complex surface, anti-submarine and air warfare drills will consolidate coordination developed by the two navies.
  • Naval cooperation between India and Japan has increased in scope and complexity over years.
  • JIMEX-21 will further  enhance the cooperation and mutual confidence between the two navies and fortify the long-standing bond of friendship between the two countries. 
Source: PIB

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