Exercise IMNEX-26:
The 8th edition of the India–Myanmar Naval Exercise (IMNEX-26) is being conducted at Visakhapatnam.
- Exercise IMNEX-26 is a bilateral naval exercise conducted between India and Myanmar.
- Participating Fleets: INS Rana and INS Sumedha
- The exercise provides an opportunity for both the Navies to exchange professional expertise, enhance mutual understanding and develop greater operational synergy.
- IMNEX serves as an important platform for advancing maritime cooperation between the two neighbouring countries.
- Phases:
- Harbour Phase: It includes professional interactions, Subject Matter Expert Exchanges (SMEEs), cross-deck visits, sporting engagements and discussions on operational matters.
- Sea Phase: It will involve coordinated maritime operations, tactical manoeuvres and exercises aimed at enhancing interoperability between the participating units.
- IMNEX-26 underscores the enduring friendship and maritime partnership between India and Myanmar.
- It is aligned with India’s vision of MAHASAGAR (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.
