India, Japan, Indonesia conduct trilateral naval exercise in Andaman Sea
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Why in news
India, Japan, and Indonesia conducted a trilateral naval exercise in the Andaman Sea to enhance joint operational readiness and maritime cooperation.
Background
The trilateral exercise took place on February 13, 2026, in the Andaman Sea. Additionally, the Indian Navy assumed command of Combined Task Force (CTF) 154 under the Combined Maritime Forces (CMF) on February 11, 2026.
Facts for Prelims
- PlaceAndaman Sea: Site of the trilateral naval exercise between India, Japan, and Indonesia.
- BodyCombined Maritime Forces (CMF): A multinational maritime security coalition.
- FactCTF 154: A multinational training task force under the CMF focused on illegal trafficking, piracy, and irregular migration.
- PostVAdm Curt A. Renshaw: Commander of CMF and U.S. NAVCEN/U.S. Fifth Fleet.
For Mains
Q. Examine the significance of trilateral maritime exercises in the Andaman Sea for India's maritime security and regional cooperation.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Maritime security: Countering non-traditional threats like piracy and illegal trafficking in the Indo-Pacific
- Strategic alignment: Strengthening trilateral cooperation to ensure freedom of navigation in the Andaman Sea
Keywords: Maritime Security · Trilateral Cooperation · Non-traditional Threats · Indo-Pacific · Joint Operational Readiness
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