Ministry of Defence
INDIAN NAVAL SHIPS SAHYADRI AND KULISH CONCLUDE PARTICIPATION IN AIME 2026
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Indian Naval Ships Sahyadri and Kulish concluded their participation in the ASEAN-India Maritime Exercise (AIME 2026), held in the Philippines under the theme 'Anchored in Trust, United at Sea'. The exercise included both Harbour and Sea Phases, featuring professional interactions, subject matter expert exchanges, a table-top exercise, operational synchronisation, humanitarian assistance and disaster relief drills, visit-board-search-seizure exercises, and helicopter operations. According to the Ministry of Defence, the exercise aimed to enhance coordination, interoperability, and maritime partnerships, aligning with India's Act East Policy and the vision of MAHASAGAR.