Manila | August 1, 2025 | SKY LINK TIMES – In a major boost to maritime cooperation in Southeast Asia, Indian Naval Ships INS Delhi, INS Shakti, and INS Kiltan, under the Eastern Fleet commanded by Rear Admiral Susheel Menon, arrived in Manila, Philippines, as part of the Indian Navy’s ongoing operational deployment.
Indian Naval Ships Visit Manila to Boost Maritime Cooperation with Philippines
The Indian fleet received a warm welcome from personnel of the Philippine Navy, symbolizing the strong and growing strategic partnership between the two nations. The visit highlights India’s commitment to strengthening naval cooperation in the Indo-Pacific region.
🌏 Strengthening Maritime Security in the Indo-Pacific
Speaking to local media upon arrival, RAdm Susheel Menon, Flag Officer Commanding Eastern Fleet (FOCEF), stressed the shared commitment of India and the Philippines to ensuring maritime stability and security. He also emphasized that such visits foster trust, understanding, and interoperability among regional maritime forces.
“This visit reflects India’s steadfast approach to building partnerships that uphold peace and cooperation in the Indo-Pacific,” said RAdm Menon.
Indian Naval Ships Visit Manila to Boost Maritime Cooperation with Philippines
🛳️ Key Activities During Port Call
During their stay in Manila, the Indian and Philippine navies will engage in a range of harbour interactions, including:
Operational planning discussions
Subject Matter Expert Exchanges (SMEE)
Cross-deck visits
Professional and social engagements
These activities aim to promote mutual learning and collaboration between the naval forces.
A highlight of the visit will be a bilateral maritime exercise, focusing on:
Joint manoeuvres
Communication protocols
Tactical training to enhance operational synergy
The exercise is designed to strengthen preparedness and coordination between the Indian and Philippine navies in the maritime domain.
This visit marks another milestone in India’s active maritime diplomacy and underscores the country’s vision of a free, open, and inclusive Indo-Pacific.
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