Context:

• Indian Naval Ship (INS) Saryu, an indigenously built Offshore Patrol Vessel is undertaking coordinated patrol (CORPAT) with Indonesian Naval Ship KRI Bung Tomo.

36th edition of CORPAT between India and Indonesia

• It witnessed participation of Maritime Patrol Aircraft from both nations.
• The exercise, being conducted as a ‘non-contact, at sea only’ exercise in view of COVID-19 pandemic.
• It highlighted the high degree of mutual trust and confidence, synergy and cooperation between the two friendly navies.

About CORPAT:

• India and Indonesia have been carrying out Coordinated Patrols along the International Maritime Boundary Line (IMBL) twice a year since 2002.
• Aim: Keeping this vital part of the Indian Ocean Region safe and secure for commercial shipping, international trade and conduct of legitimate maritime activities.
• Significance: CORPATs helps to
  • build understanding and interoperability between navies
  • facilitate institution of measures to prevent and suppress Illegal Unreported Unregulated (IUU) fishing, drug trafficking, maritime terrorism, armed robbery and piracy.
  • Realization of India’s vision of SAGAR (Security AndGrowth for All in the Region) in indo-pacific region.

https://pib.gov.in/PressReleasePage.aspx?PRID=1740798

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