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Source- This post on Maritime partnership exercise (MPX) has been created based on the article “INDIAN NAVAL SHIP TABAR CONDUCTS MARITIME PARTNERSHIP EXERCISE (MPX) WITH RUSSIAN NAVAL SHIP SOOBRAZITELNY” published in PIB on 5 August 2024.
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Recently, a maritime partnership exercise (MPX) took place between India and Russia in St. Petersburg.
About Maritime partnership exercise (MPX)
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| Aspects | Description |
| Participants | INS Tabar naval ship is participating from India and Soobrazitelny naval ship from Russia. |
| Significance | This exercise highlights the commitment of both nations to maintain peace, stability, and security in the region. |
| Activities during the exercise | The MPX involved a series of complex naval maneuvers. i) Communication Drills: Ships practiced advanced communication techniques. ii) Search & Rescue Tactics: Teams performed search and rescue operations. iii) Replenishment at Sea: Ships conducted refueling and supply operations while at sea. iv) Professionalism and Interoperability: Ships from both navies demonstrated high levels of professionalism and the ability to work seamlessly together. |
| Benefits | 1. Bilateral Naval Ties: The MPX reinforces the strong naval relationship between India and Russia. 2. Enhanced Cooperation: The exercise strengthens the resolve and commitment of both nations towards ensuring enhanced cooperation in the maritime domain. 3. Global Partnerships: The Indian Navy remains dedicated to fostering partnerships with navies across the world. |
UPSC Syllabus: Defence exercises
