The Indian Navy and Vietnam People’s Navy (VPN) undertook a bilateral maritime exercise in the South China Sea.
This is to strengthen the defence ties among the two navies.
From India, INS Ranvijay and INS Kora took part in the exercise.
From the Vietnam People’s Navy, frigate VPNS Ly Thai To (HQ-012) participated in the drill.
The bilateral interaction aims to consolidate the strong bond shared by the two navies and would be another step towards strengthening India-Vietnam defence relations.
This visit also holds special importance as Indian Naval ships celebrated the country’s 75th Independence Day in Vietnam.