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INS Sahyadri Arrives in Manila: Strengthening India-Philippines Maritime Ties

The Indian Naval Ship Sahyadri has arrived in Manila for a significant port visit. This follows a successful Passage Exercise conducted with the Philippine Navy. The visit will feature professional interactions and joint training exercises between the two navies. This deployment strengthens India's maritime partnership with the Philippines in the Indo-Pacific region.

Key Points: INS Sahyadri Manila Visit Boosts India Philippines Naval Ties

  • INS Sahyadri conducted Passage Exercise with Philippine Navy before port call
  • Crew to engage in professional interactions with Philippine Navy and Coast Guard
  • Visit includes tactical drills, VBSS exercises, and flying operations
  • Cultural activities planned including sports, yoga, and orphanage aid
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INS Sahyadri arrives in Manila, strengthening India-Philippines maritime partnership

Indian Naval Ship Sahyadri docks in Manila for joint exercises & professional exchanges, enhancing maritime cooperation between India and the Philippines.

"A warm welcome to INS Sahyadri on her arrival in Manila! - Embassy of India in Philippines"

Manila, Nov 28

In a significant boost to India–Philippines maritime cooperation, Indian Naval Ship (INS) Sahyadri arrived in Manila to a warm reception, following a successful Passage Exercise (PASSEX) conducted with the Philippine Navy ahead of its port call.

During the visit, the crew will engage in professional interactions with the Philippine Navy and Coast Guard on issues of shared interest, enhancing maritime cooperation and long-standing friendship.

“A warm welcome to INS Sahyadri on her arrival in Manila! Following a successful Passage Exercise (PASSEX) with the Philippine Navy, this harbour visit will feature professionally enriching interactions and engagements with the Philippine Navy and Coast Guard on issues of mutual interest, deepening our maritime cooperation and enduring friendship,” Embassy of India in Philippines posted on X.

Indigenously designed and constructed, INS Sahyadri is a Guided Missile Stealth Frigate and a shining example of the 'Aatmanirbhar Bharat' vision.

During the joint exercise, both the Indian and Philippine navies undertook tactical communication drills, navigation manoeuvres, Visit Board Search and Seizure (VBSS) drills, and flying operations, refining professional synergy and mutual understanding.

The harbour phase would also include cross-deck visits and Subject Matter Expert Exchanges. In addition, cultural interactions such as friendly sports, joint yoga sessions, and aid to an orphanage are also planned during the visit.

The ship is currently on an operational deployment in the Indo-Pacific, participating in various multilateral and bilateral naval exercises with friendly foreign countries, which include MALABAR-2025, AUSINDEX-2025, JAIMEX-25, and a maiden bilateral exercise with the Republic of Korea Navy.

The visit of INS Sahyadri underscores India's commitment to strengthening ties with the Philippines and highlights the growing cooperation between the two navies in the maritime domain. It is a step towards promoting peace, security, and stability in the vital Indo-Pacific region, in line with India’s Act East Policy and the vision of SAGAR (Security and Growth for All in the Region).

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- IANS

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Rohit P
INS Sahyadri representing India's shipbuilding capabilities! Made in India, serving globally. The joint exercises and professional interactions will definitely enhance our navy's operational experience. Jai Hind! 🚢
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Michael C
As someone following Indo-Pacific security dynamics, this is a significant strategic move. India-Philippines cooperation creates important counter-balances in the region. The SAGAR vision is becoming more tangible with such deployments.
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Arjun K
While I appreciate the diplomatic efforts, I hope we're also focusing on strengthening our own coastal security. Sometimes we're so busy with international partnerships that domestic maritime security gets less attention. Just my two cents.
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Sarah B
The cultural aspects mentioned - yoga, sports, orphanage visits - are what make India's approach unique. It's not just military cooperation but building genuine people-to-people connections. Well done!
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Vikram M
Our navy is making us proud! From MALABAR to AUSINDEX and now strengthening ties with Philippines - India is truly becoming a net security provider in the Indo-Pacific. The Act East Policy is delivering results! 💪

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