• INS Trikand and Dornier Maritime Patrol Aircraft participated in the Indo-Oman bilateral naval exercise ‘Naseem Al Bahr’ (Sea Breeze) with the Royal Navy of Oman Vessel Al Seeb off Goa from October 13 to 18.

• The first exercise was conducted in 1993.

• The 14th edition of the exercise was conducted in two phases: with harbour phase from October 13 to 15, followed by the sea phase. 

• As part of harbour activities, personnel from both Navies engaged in professional interactions, and planning conferences.

• During the sea phase of the exercise conducted from October 16 to 18, both ships carried out various evolutions, including gun firings at surface inflatable targets, close-range anti-aircraft firings, manoeuvres, and Replenishment at Sea Approaches (RASAPS). 

• This exercise further reaffirms India’s commitment to constructive collaboration and mutual growth with like-minded nations in the Indian Ocean Region.

• India and Oman have traditionally enjoyed warm and friendly relations, sharing common cultural values. Naval exercises have added strength and substance to these bilateral ties. 

Other exercises with Oman:

• AL NAJAH - Army

• Eastern Bridge - Air Force.

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