SATTAHIP, Thailand, July 1 (ANI) — Indian Naval Ships Udaygiri, Shakti, and Kavaratti of the Eastern Fleet participated in a Passage Exercise (PASSEX) with HTMS Chao Phraya of the Royal Thai Navy following their port visit to Sattahip, Thailand.
PASSEX is an ad hoc joint naval exercise conducted by friendly navies when their ships meet at sea.
In a post on X, the Indian Navy said the exercise enhanced interoperability between the two navies while reaffirming their shared commitment to maritime security and regional stability.
Earlier, on June 28, the three Indian naval ships arrived in Sattahip as part of the Indian Navy’s operational deployment.
Led by Rear Adm. Alok Ananda, Flag Officer Commanding Eastern Fleet, the ships were welcomed by the Royal Thai Navy. According to an official statement, the port call is part of India’s continued maritime engagement with Southeast Asian nations and reflects the longstanding maritime partnership between India and Thailand.
The visit included professional exchanges, cross-deck visits, operational interactions, sporting events, and community outreach activities aimed at strengthening naval cooperation and interoperability.
The port call is intended to further enhance camaraderie, mutual cooperation, and bilateral maritime ties between India and Thailand. It also showcases the indigenous design, modular construction, and advanced technology of Indian naval vessels, highlighting India’s growing role as a reliable defense technology partner.
In a Facebook post, the Indian Navy said the visit is designed to strengthen professional cooperation, improve interoperability, and promote greater understanding between the two navies through a series of operational engagements and outreach activities.
The Navy added that the deployment reflects India’s commitment to its Act East policy and the MAHASAGAR initiative while reinforcing cooperative maritime security in the Indo-Pacific. The visit also supports efforts to strengthen maritime partnerships with ASEAN nations during the ASEAN-India Year of Maritime Cooperation 2026.
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