Summary
India participated in a multinational military exercise focused on submarine rescue operations in the South China Sea. This area is heavily contested, with China claiming most of the waters, leading to tensions with other countries. India used this exercise to demonstrate its naval capabilities and build stronger ties with Southeast Asian nations.
Key Facts
- India showcased its submarine rescue capabilities in the South China Sea during a multinational exercise hosted by Singapore.
- The exercise, named Pacific Reach, included 18 countries, among them India, China, and Japan.
- India deployed the INS Nistar, a ship designed to rescue personnel from distressed submarines.
- The INS Nistar successfully performed its first docking with foreign submarines during the exercise.
- China's claims to the South China Sea create tensions, overlapping with territorial claims by other countries.
- India is strengthening its connections with Southeast Asian countries as part of its Act East policy.
- Rear Admiral Kwan Hon Chuong of Singapore emphasized the importance of quick and cooperative rescue efforts in submarine distress situations.
