JMSDF Ships Uraga and Awaji made port call at Kochi from 14 - 16 February 2023. Captain Nakai Eichi, Commander, Minesweeper Division One along with Commanding Officers of JS Uraga and JS Awaji called on Commodore Upal Kundu, CSO(Training), SNC and discussed matters of mutual interest. The ship's crew visited professional training schools and ship of SNC. They were familarised with various training facilities and activities undertaken at Training Command of Indian Navy. Visit and professional interaction onboard Japanese ships were conducted to enhance interoperability and share best practices between Navies. The visit of Japanese Naval ships has significantly contributed towards strengthening bilateral defence ties and enhancing maritime cooperation in region.
