"There are a lot of Chinese ships which operate in the Indian Ocean Region. We have about 4-6 PLA Navy ships, then some research vessels which operate. A large number of Chinese fishing vessels operate in the Indian Ocean Region. We keep a close watch on all developments," the Navy Chief sai
The visit is part of the bilateral defence cooperation activities to further enhance the robust ties between the two navies as also to mark the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations between India and Vietnam.
During their stay in Busan, South Korea from November 21-23, the Indian Naval ships, INS Shivalik and INS Komorta participated in multiple activities with the RoK Navy that included official and social interactions, cross-deck visits and sports fixtures.
In an official release, the Indian Navy said the ships are scheduled to undertake professional and social interactions with the Republic of Korea (ROK) Navy, which would also include a maritime partnership exercise at sea.
Indian Naval ship Shivalik and Kamorta led by Rear Admiral Sanjay Bhalla participated in the 70th International Fleet Review at Yokosuka, Japan where an Indian band played Japanese martial music and Saare Jahan Se Achha.
New Delhi [India], August 5 (ANI): INS Sumedha, which commenced its journey on Thursday, will conclude its visit on Saturday as part of the Indian Navy's Long Range Deployment in the South Eastern Indian Ocean, according to the statement released by Defence Ministry.
Jeddah [Saudi Arabia], May 8 (ANI): Four ships of the Indian Navy's First Training Squadron reached the port city of Jeddah in Saudi Arabia for overseas deployment.
Singapore, February 15 (ANI): The Royal Malaysian Navy (RMN) has found deficiencies in its Littoral Mission Ships supplied by China, which compromises mission objectives and forces the navy to look for new suppliers, according to a media report.
Berlin [Germany], January 30 (ANI): Noting that Taiwan's democracy is under threat, a German lawmaker has said that Berlin's Navy ships should pass through Taiwan Strat to underline the significance of freedom of navigation.
Colombo [Sri Lanka], October 28 (ANI): Indian Navy Ships Magar and Shardul participated in a Maritime Partnership Exercise with Sri Lankan Navy ships Samudura (OPV) and Nandimithra (Fast Missile Vessel) off Colombo on Wednesday.
Tokyo [Japan], October 26 (ANI): Five Russian Navy ships entered the Sea of Japan through Tsushima Strait after sailing around most of the Japanese archipelago with Chinese ships, the Japenese Ministry informed on Monday.