MALABAR 2020

The JMSDF will conduct multilateral exercise “MALABAR 2020” with the Royal Australian Navy (RAN), the Indian Navy (IN), and, and the United States Navy (USN) as described below.

Description of exercise

Objectives (1) To improve the JMSDF tactical capabilities
(2) To strengthen the relationship with the RAN, IN, and the USN
Period NOV 3 (TUE) – NOV 6 (FRI), 2020
Exercise Area At sea and airspace in the east of India
Participating units (1) JMSDF
JS ONAMI
(2) RAN
HMAS BALLARAT
(3) IN
INS RANVIJAY, INS SHIVALIK, INS SHAKTI and INS SINDHURAJ aircraft (P-8I and Dornier)
(4) USN
JOHN S. McCAIN
Type of exercise Anti-submarine Warfare exercise, Air defense exercise, Gun firing exercise, Replenishment at sea, and other tactical exercises
Notes JS ONAMI will take necessary preventive measures against COVID-19.

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