The eighth edition of the India-Myanmar Naval Exercise (IMNEX-26) commenced in Visakhapatnam on November 10 and will continue until November 14.
Myanmar Navy Ship UMS King Sin Phyu Shin arrived in the city on November 10 to participate in the exercise alongside Indian Navy ships INS Rana and INS Sumedha. The opening ceremony was held onboard INS Rana on the same day.
IMNEX provides a platform for the two neighbouring countries to strengthen maritime cooperation through professional exchanges, greater mutual understanding and enhanced operational coordination.
The harbour phase includes professional interactions, subject matter expert exchanges (SMEEs), cross-deck visits, sporting engagements and discussions on operational matters.
The subsequent sea phase will feature coordinated maritime operations, tactical manoeuvres and other exercises aimed at improving interoperability among the participating units.
IMNEX-26 underscores the longstanding friendship and maritime partnership between India and Myanmar. The exercise is also aligned with India’s MAHASAGAR vision (Mutual and Holistic Advancement for Security and Growth Across Regions) and reflects the shared commitment of both navies to maritime cooperation and a secure and stable regional environment.
-PIB
