Defence
India, Singapore Launch 33rd SIMBEX‑26 Naval Exercise in Visakhapatnam
The 33rd edition of the India‑Singapore joint naval exercise, SIMBEX‑26, began on Thursday in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, and will run until October 26.
The 33rd edition of the India‑Singapore joint naval exercise, SIMBEX‑26, officially kicked off on Thursday in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh. The exercise aims to strengthen maritime security and regional cooperation between the Indian Navy and the Singapore Navy.
The drill, which will run until October 26, will involve a series of combat training activities, including live‑fire drills, anti‑submarine warfare exercises and joint maritime patrols. Both navies will test interoperability and readiness in a range of scenarios.
The exercise marks a continued partnership that has grown since the first SIMBEX in 1994. It reflects both countries’ commitment to maintaining a stable and secure maritime environment in the Indian Ocean region.
Officials from both navies expressed confidence that SIMBEX‑26 will further enhance operational coordination and strengthen ties between the two forces.
The drill, which will run until October 26, will involve a series of combat training activities, including live‑fire drills, anti‑submarine warfare exercises and joint maritime patrols. Both navies will test interoperability and readiness in a range of scenarios.
The exercise marks a continued partnership that has grown since the first SIMBEX in 1994. It reflects both countries’ commitment to maintaining a stable and secure maritime environment in the Indian Ocean region.
Officials from both navies expressed confidence that SIMBEX‑26 will further enhance operational coordination and strengthen ties between the two forces.