MILAN 2024 sea phase showcases Naval Collaboration
Day 2 of the sea phase witnessed a harmonious blend of mutual understanding and interoperability as participating ships operated collaboratively in the Bay of Bengal
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Visakhapatnam: The sea phase of MILAN 2024, a biennial naval exercise, has kicked off with a remarkable display of cooperation among ships and aircraft from friendly foreign nations alongside the Indian Navy.
The high-intensity sea phase, spanning air, surface, and undersea domains, commenced on Saturday with a powerful showcase of naval prowess. Day 2 of the sea phase witnessed a harmonious blend of mutual understanding and interoperability as participating ships operated collaboratively in the Bay of Bengal.
The MILAN 2024 sea phase serves as a testament to the commitment of participating nations towards promoting peace, stability, and interoperability in the maritime domain. As the exercise progresses, the world witnesses a united front of naval forces actively building bridges and strengthening global maritime security.
The multinational nature of the operations not only fostered camaraderie but also deepened the understanding of each other's operational philosophies and procedures. According to a release by Eastern Naval Command, the participants in sea phase are engaged in a series of advanced exercises, covering all three dimensions of maritime warfare.
The activities included weapon firings against surface and high-speed aerial targets, anti-submarine warfare, cross-deck landings, carrier operations, and seamanship evolutions such as replenishment at sea. The tempo of operations has steadily increased over the past two days, reflecting the commitment to enhancing maritime capabilities and fostering international cooperation.
