INS Mumbai Engages in Multinational Exercise La Perouse
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Synopsis
The INS Mumbai is actively participating in the fourth edition of the multinational exercise La Perouse, aimed at enhancing maritime surveillance cooperation among various global navies. This exercise fosters tactical interoperability and strengthens partnerships in the Indo-Pacific region.
Key Takeaways
- INS Mumbai involved in La Perouse exercise.
- Global navies participating, including US and Australia.
- Aim to enhance Maritime Situational Awareness.
- Exercises include surface and anti-air warfare.
- Strengthening India-Indonesia defense relations.
New Delhi, Jan 18 (NationPress) To strengthen collaboration in the area of maritime surveillance, the indigenous guided missile destroyer INS Mumbai is taking part in the fourth iteration of the multinational exercise La Perouse, as announced by the Defence Ministry on Saturday.
This round of the exercise will feature personnel as well as surface and sub-surface assets from a variety of global maritime partners, including the Royal Australian Navy, French Navy, Royal Navy, United States Navy, Indonesian Navy, Royal Malaysian Navy, Republic of Singapore Navy, and Royal Canadian Navy, according to a statement.
The Ministry revealed that the exercise aims to cultivate shared Maritime Situational Awareness by improving cooperation in maritime surveillance, maritime interdiction operations, and air operations, in addition to conducting progressive training and facilitating information sharing.
This exercise presents a platform for navies with shared interests to forge closer ties in planning, coordination, and information sharing, which enhances tactical interoperability.
Advanced multi-domain activities, including surface warfare, anti-air warfare, air defense, cross-deck landings, and tactical maneuvers, along with constabulary missions such as VBSS (Visit, Board, Search and Seizure) operations, are included in the event.
The naval exercise, taking place in the straits between the Indian Ocean and the Pacific Ocean: Malacca, Sunda, and Lombok, commenced on January 16 and will conclude on January 24.
The Indian Navy's role in the exercise highlights the strong synergy, coordination, and interoperability among like-minded navies, as well as their dedication to a rules-based international order in the maritime sphere.
This visit aligns with India's vision of Security and Growth for All in the Region (SAGAR), aimed at enhancing maritime cooperation and collaboration for a safer and more secure Indo-Pacific Region.
Last month, Chief of the Naval Staff (CNS) Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi visited Indonesia from December 15 to 18 to strengthen bilateral defense relations.
The visit emphasized the robust maritime relationship between the two nations, reflecting their shared vision for India-Indonesia Maritime Cooperation in the Indo-Pacific.
During this visit, the CNS participated in bilateral discussions with senior Indonesian government and defense officials.
This visit was part of ongoing efforts to reinforce bilateral defense relations between India and Indonesia, consistent with the deepening Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, focusing on enhancing naval cooperation.
