As part of Indian Navy’s deployment to ASEAN countries, INS Delhi and INS Satpura, under the command of RAdm Gurcharan Singh, FOCEF, arrived at Da Nang, Vietnam on 19 May 2023. The ships were accorded a warm welcome by Vietnam People’s Navy. The visit is aimed at strengthening bilateral ties and enhancing cooperation between navies of both countries. During visit, personnel from both navies will engage in a wide range of professional interactions, deck visits, social interactions and sports fixtures, to further strengthen their bonds of friendship. Earlier this month, both ships participated in the inaugural edition of ASEAN – India Maritime Exercise AIME aimed at promoting maritime cooperation, enhancing trust and confidence between ASEAN navies and Indian Navy.
