ASEAN–India Maritime Exercise AIME-2026 begins in the Philippines
The second edition of the ASEAN–India Maritime Exercise (AIME-2026) commenced at Subic Bay, Philippines on 28 September 2026. The exercise featured Indian Naval Ships INS Sahyadri and INS Kulish alongside maritime forces from ASEAN member states. The harbour phase included professional exchanges, cultural and sporting activities, and operational coordination, followed by at-sea exercises. The theme, Anchored in Trust, United at Sea, aimed to strengthen interoperability, professional exchanges, and mutual understanding among partner navies. The exercise supports maritime security cooperation and reinforces a rules-based order in the Indo-Pacific, with emphasis on search and rescue and seamanship skills.
Event: AIME-2026 begins 28 Sep 2026 at Subic Bay
Participants include INS Sahyadri and INS Kulish
Harbour phase: exchanges, cultural activities, coordination