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News: INS Sahyadri arrived at Busan, South Korea, on 26 October 2026 for the Exercise IN-RoKN.
About Exercise IN-RoKN 2026
- Exercise IN-RoKN is a bilateral exercise between India and Republic of Korea Navy.
- 2026 edition:
- It is the second edition of the Bilateral Exercise.
- It is being held at Busan, South Korea.
- It is being hosted by the Republic of Korea Navy (RoKN).
- Aim: It aim to strengthen maritime cooperation and contributing to peace, stability and security in the Indo-Pacific.
- Origin: Its inaugral edition was held in 2025.
- Features:
- Harbour Phase: During the harbour phase, personnel of both navies will participate in professional interactions, cross-deck visits, cross-training activities and sporting events.
- These activities will facilitate the exchange of operational experiences and Best Practices, while fostering mutual understanding and professional camaraderie.
- Sea Phase: The harbour phase will be followed by coordinated maritime activities at sea involving INS Sahyadri and ROKS Munmu the Great, providing opportunities to strengthen operational coordination, enhance interoperability and consolidate professional ties between the two navies.
- Harbour Phase: During the harbour phase, personnel of both navies will participate in professional interactions, cross-deck visits, cross-training activities and sporting events.
- The exercise reflects the Indian Navy’s continued efforts to build enduring partnerships with friendly foreign navies through professional engagement and operational cooperation.
