India-France joint military exercise to begin in Meghalaya on May 13
The 7th edition of the India-France Joint Military Exercise “Shakti” is set to commence from May 13 to 26 at the Joint Training Node in Umroi, Meghalaya.
As part of Indian Navy’s ongoing Operational Deployment to South East Asia, Indian Naval Ships Delhi, Shakti, and Kiltan of the Eastern Fleet, under the Command of RAdm Susheel Menon, Flag Officer Commanding Eastern Fleet (FOCEF), arrived at Tien Sa Port, Da Nang, Vietnam.
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As part of Indian Navy’s ongoing Operational Deployment to South East Asia, Indian Naval Ships Delhi, Shakti, and Kiltan of the Eastern Fleet, under the Command of RAdm Susheel Menon, Flag Officer Commanding Eastern Fleet (FOCEF), arrived at Tien Sa Port, Da Nang, Vietnam.
The ships were accorded a ceremonial welcome by the Vietnam People’s Navy (VPN), and People’s Committee of Vietnam reflecting the warmth and growing India-Vietnam bilateral relationship.
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During the visit, RAdm Susheel Menon will hold bilateral meetings with senior officials of Military Region 5, Vietnam People’s Army, Da Nang People’s Committee and Naval Region 3 Vietnam People’s Navy, naval spokesperson revealed.
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These engagements will offer a valuable platform for exchanging perspectives on maritime cooperation, regional security challenges, and enhancing defence collaboration particularly in the naval domain.
Furthermore, personnel from both navies will take part in a broad spectrum of professional interactions, including operational planning discussions and onboard briefings, aimed at strengthening interoperability and mutual understanding. Additionally, the visit will feature several community and cultural outreach activities, friendly sports fixtures and guided ship tours, the statement from the Naval spokesperson read.
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