An Indian Navy P8 aircraft reached Guam, USA, on 8th Jan 2024, for Exercise Sea Dragon 24.

An Indian Navy P8 aircraft reached Guam, USA, on 8th Jan 2024, for Exercise Sea Dragon 24.

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Category : Defense Published on: January 12 2024

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  • The exercise, scheduled from 10th to 22nd Jan 2024, focuses on coordinated anti-submarine warfare (ASW) with participation from multiple countries.
  • Exercise Sea Dragon 24 involves Indian Navy's P8I, along with aircraft from the USA (P8A), Australia (P8A), Japan (P1), and South Korea (P3C).
  • The primary goal is to enhance cooperation and coordination among friendly navies, emphasizing shared values and commitment to an open and inclusive Indo-Pacific.
  • The exercise aims to test the capabilities of participating aircraft in tracking both simulated and live underwater targets.
  • With a focus on advanced ASW drills, the participating nations will share expertise, fostering mutual learning and strengthening collaboration in anti-submarine warfare.
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