The Maldives National Defence Force (MNDF) has welcomed the Indian Navy’s First Training Squadron, comprising INS Tir, INS Sujata and Indian Coast Guard Ship (ICGS) Sarathi, to the Maldives.
According to the MNDF, the visit includes several training interactions and exchanges of professional experience aimed at strengthening maritime cooperation between the two countries.
The engagement provides opportunities for Maldivian and Indian military personnel to share knowledge, improve professional skills and enhance operational coordination.
The visit reflects the longstanding defence relationship between the Maldives and India, particularly in maritime security, military training and capacity-building.
India and the Maldives continue to maintain close cooperation in safeguarding maritime interests and promoting security in the Indian Ocean region.
