Why in the news?

  • The 5th edition of Exercise Samudra Shakti held at Vishakapatnam.

Exercise Samudra Shakti 2025

  • What is it?: It is a bilateral naval exercise between India  and Indonesia.
  • Foundation: Exercise Samudra Shakti was initiated in 2018 under India’s Act East Policy. 
  • Objective: To improve coordination in maritime operations, strengthen defence cooperation, and reaffirm the shared commitment to peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific region. 
  • Features
    • The exercise focuses on complex maritime operations including Military Interdiction Operations (MIO), Cross Deck Landings, and Air Defence drills. 
    • It also involves Practice Weapon Firings, Replenishment Approaches, and Tactical Manoeuvres, enhancing operational interoperability between the two navies.