Navies of India and Japan Participate in Maritime Partnership Exercise in the Andaman Sea

A Maritime Partnership Exercise (MPX) was conducted between Japan Maritime Self Defense Force and Indian Navy on July 23 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 the IOR 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 towards ensuring safe and secure international shipping and trade in Indian Ocean Region.