Passage Exercise

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Recently, the Passage Exercise (PASSEX) was conducted in the North Arabian Sea.

About Passage Exercise

• It was conducted by the Indian Navy and the United Kingdom.
• It featured Indian naval assets including the stealth frigate INS Tabar, a submarine, and the long-range maritime patrol aircraft P-8I. The UK’s naval contingent included HMS Prince of Wales and HMS Richmond.
• The exercise highlighted advanced operational coordination and interoperability between the two forces.
• With synchronised tactical manoeuvres and unified helicopter control operations, both navies demonstrated their readiness and high-end combat capabilities.
• The exercise served as a testament to the operational strength and combat preparedness of Indian naval units, both surface and underwater.
• Indian submarines and warships were instrumental in executing complex maritime tasks during the operation, earning them recognition as some of the most capable units globally.
• The joint PASSEX carries strategic significance due to its location.
• The North Arabian Sea remains a critical maritime corridor for global trade, including essential energy shipments.
• Conducting joint drills in this region reflects a shared commitment by India and the United Kingdom to maintaining maritime stability, safeguarding sea lines of communication, and projecting a credible naval presence in the Indo-Pacific.

Source: IT

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