The Indian Navy took part in a joint naval exercise with the Hellenic Navy in the Aegean Sea in a move to strengthen the ties between the two countries.

The Indian Navy’s Kolkata class destroyer ship INS CHENNAI was at Souda Bay in Crete on 27-29 July and held exercises with the Greek Navy in the Mediterranean and Aegean Seas.

The INS Chennai, a stealth design Kalkuta class guided missile destroyer of the Indian Navy, teamed up with the frigate Nikiforos Fokas for an exercise in the Aegean Sea. This exercise, held on July 29, strengthens the close ties, mutual trust, and seamless coordination between these two navies, the Indian Navy said.

Kolkata’s crew Called the Greek Naval Base and visited the Greek Maritime Museum in the Chania region.

video credit Inconnect News YouTube Channel

The crew of INS CHENNAI laid a wreath at the Commonwealth Souda Bay Memorial in Crete to pay homage to the fallen Indian soldier that fought in the British-led efforts to resist the Nazi invasion.

Indian media showed great interest in the military exercises, reporting that the “Indian Navy & Greek Navy Unite in Turkey’s backyard.”

“Witness the stunning camaraderie as Indian Navy’s INS Chennai and Greek warships sail together in the Aegean Sea! This joint exercise showcases advanced tactical maneuvers and aims to enhance mutual trust and understanding between the two allies,” Inconnect News wrote in their video description.

The Indian Navy’s Kolkata class destroyer ship INS CHENNAI was at Souda Bay in Crete on 27-29 July.

The Indian crew Called at the Greek Naval Base and visited the Greek Maritime Museum in the Chania region.

The visit is part of enhancing Greek-Indian naval ties.

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“Explore India-Greece’s growing defence partnership and strategic cooperation in the Mediterranean. As India’s global influence grows, Greece also turned down Pakistan’s request for submarine batteries due to Pakistan’s alliance with Turkey, a traditional rival of Greece.

“We explore the evolving diplomatic & military cooperation between India & Greece, amidst the backdrop of Pakistan’s increasing reliance on Turkey.”

from greekcitytimes.com

photo credit Paul Antonopoulos Twitter