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EXERCISE ‘SAMUDRA SHAKTI’                                                               

21st September, 2021 Security and Defence

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Context: Indian Naval Ships Shivalik and Kadmatt participated in the 3rd edition of Bilateral Exercise ‘Samudra Shakti’ with the Indonesian Navy.

 

Objectives of this exercise:

  • The exercise aims to strengthen the bilateral relationship, enhance mutual understanding and interoperability in maritime operations between the two navies.
  • It provided an appropriate platform to share best practices and develop a common understanding of Maritime Security Operations.
  • In pursuance of India’s Act East Policy, Exercise ‘Samudra Shakti’ was conceived in 2018 as a bilateral IN-IDN exercise.

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