INS Sahyadri, an indigenously built Shivalik-class Guided Missile Stealth Frigate, participated in the Japan-India Maritime Exercise (JAIMEX-25) with the sea phase from October 16-18 off the coast of Kyushu, Japan, and a harbour phase at Yokosuka on October 21. Japanese vessels Asahi, Oumi, and Submarine Jinryu participated alongside INS Sahyadri. The exercise included advanced Anti-Submarine Warfare, missile defence drills, flying operations, and underway replenishment. JAIMEX-25 reinforces the 'Special Strategic and Global Partnership' between India and Japan established in 2014 and is crucial for ensuring peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific.
INS Sahyadri Participates in Japan-India Maritime Exercise JAIMEX-2025
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INS Sahyadri participated in JAIMEX-25 with JMSDF off Japan; exercise included anti-submarine warfare and missile defence drills reinforcing Indo-Pacific partnership.
Key facts
- INS Sahyadri participated in JAIMEX-25 (Japan-India Maritime Exercise) with sea phase October 16-18 off Kyushu coast and harbour phase at Yokosuka on October 21
- Japanese vessels Asahi, Oumi, and Submarine Jinryu participated alongside INS Sahyadri
- Exercise included advanced Anti-Submarine Warfare, missile defence drills, flying operations, and underway replenishment
- JAIMEX-25 reinforces the Special Strategic and Global Partnership between India and Japan established in 2014
- Exercise is crucial for ensuring peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific region
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INS Sahyadri, an indigenously built Shivalik-class stealth frigate, participated in JAIMEX-25 off Kyushu from October 16-18, 2025, with Japanese vessels Asahi, Oumi, and Submarine Jinryu. Drills included anti-submarine warfare, missile defence, and underway replenishment, reinforcing the 2014 Special Strategic Partnership and Indo-Pacific stability through deeper naval interoperability and shared maritime domain awareness.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the JAIMEX-2025 exercise and who participated?
**JAIMEX-2025** (Japan-India Maritime Exercise) is a bilateral naval exercise between **India and Japan**, with **INS Sahyadri** participating on India's behalf. It aims to enhance maritime interoperability and cooperation between the two navies.
Which Indian naval ship participated in JAIMEX-2025?
**INS Sahyadri**, an advanced stealth frigate of the Indian Navy, participated in the **Japan-India Maritime Exercise JAIMEX-2025**, showcasing India's naval capabilities and strengthening maritime cooperation with Japan.
What is the purpose of JAIMEX exercises between India and Japan?
**JAIMEX** exercises aim to enhance **naval interoperability, tactical coordination, and mutual understanding** between Indian and Japanese naval forces, fostering maritime security cooperation in the Indo-Pacific region.
What type of vessel is INS Sahyadri?
**INS Sahyadri** is a **Project 17 stealth frigate** of the Indian Navy, indigenously built at Mazagaon Dock Limited in Mumbai. It is equipped with advanced sensors, weapons, and systems for multi-dimensional naval warfare.
What does India-Japan JAIMEX exercise reflect about bilateral ties?
The **JAIMEX** exercise reflects the deepening **India-Japan strategic partnership**, with both nations sharing concerns about maritime security in the Indo-Pacific and cooperating closely within the **Quad framework** along with the US and Australia.
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