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Maritime Exercise Malabar 2024
Context:
- The Maritime Exercise Malabar 2024 will take place from October 8 to 18, 2024, starting with a Harbour Phase in Visakhapatnam, followed by a Sea Phase.
- This year, India will host the exercise, which will see participation from Australia, Japan, and the United States.
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- A Distinguished Visitors’ Day is scheduled for October 9, 2024, during the Harbour Phase, where delegations from all nations will be hosted by the Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief of the Eastern Naval Command.
- A Joint Press Conference co-chaired by the heads of delegations will take place as part of the Harbour Phase activities.
Background of Exercise Malabar
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Participants and Assets:
- India: Various platforms including guided missile destroyers, multi-purpose frigates, submarines, fixed-wing maritime reconnaissance aircraft, fighter jets, and helicopters.
- Australia: HMAS Stuart, an Anzac Class Frigate, accompanied by its MH-60R helicopter and P-8 Maritime Patrol Aircraft.
- United States: USS Dewey, an Arleigh Burke-Class Destroyer, equipped with an integral helicopter and P-8 Maritime Patrol Aircraft.
- Japan: JS Ariake, a Murasame-class Destroyer.
- Special forces from all four nations will participate, enhancing the exercise’s scope and complexity.
Focus Areas and Activities:
- Special Operations: Discussions on tactics and strategies will be held through Subject Matter Expert Exchanges (SMEE).
- Maritime Operations: The exercise will encompass complex operations including anti-submarine warfare, surface warfare, and air defence exercises designed to improve situational awareness in maritime environments.
Conclusion:
Malabar 2024 is anticipated to be the most comprehensive iteration of the exercise to date, incorporating complex operational scenarios that will further strengthen the collaborative efforts of the participating navies. This exercise not only enhances maritime security but also reinforces the strategic partnerships among India, Australia, Japan, and the United States in the Indo-Pacific region.