Ministry of Defence
INS KULISH ARRIVES AT REAM NAVAL BASE, CAMBODIA AS PART OF EASTERN FLEET OPERATIONAL DEPLOYMENT
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INS Kulish arrived at Ream Naval Base in Cambodia on September 12, 2026, as part of the Indian Navy's Eastern Fleet Operational Deployment. The visit aims to strengthen maritime cooperation and professional linkages between the Indian Navy and the Royal Cambodian Navy through professional interactions, familiarisation visits, sports fixtures, and structured naval engagements. The port call aligns with India's Act East Policy, the MAHASAGAR vision, and efforts to expand maritime outreach and promote a free, open, and inclusive maritime environment in the Indo-Pacific.