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The maiden bilateral maritime exercise between the Indian Navy and the Hellenic Navy (Greece) concluded on 18 September 2025 in the Mediterranean Sea. 
 
Key points:

• It comprised two phases: a harbour phase (13-17 September 2025) at Salamis Naval Base and a sea phase (17-18 September 2025).
• The Indian Navy was represented by the guided missile stealth frigate INS Trikand.
• Harbour phase activities included cross-deck visits, professional interactions, a pre-sail conference, and cultural exchanges.
• Sea phase drills focused on complex tactical exercises like night Visit, Board, Search and Seizure (VBSS) operations, replenishment-at-sea, joint anti-submarine warfare, coordinated gun firing, and cross-deck helicopter operations.
• The exercise enhanced interoperability, mutual understanding, and operational synergy between the two navies.
• It marked a significant milestone in defense cooperation, highlighting shared interests in maritime security, stability, and freedom of navigation.

The exercise facilitated the sharing of best practices and strengthened professional relations between India and Greece’s navies.

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