Indian Navy’s training ships undertake professional exchanges in Cambodia. The visit is part of India’s ‘Act East’ policy. A Small Arms Simulator was handed over to the Royal Cambodian Army. The ships were warmly welcomed on Friday by representatives of Maritime agencies of Cambodia, said a statement issued by the Indian Ministry of Defence. Earlier last month, the indigenously designed and built guided missile destroyer INS Mumbai participated in the fourth edition of the Multinational Exercise LA PEROUSE. Previously in February 2024, the Cambodian Navy participated in Ex-MILAN 24 at Visakhapatnam, the statement said. The visits highlight the importance of growing India-Cambodia relations and strengthening maritime association and regional stability as a part of the ‘ act east’ policy, said the Indian ministry of defence. It added that the ships will engage in numerous activities aimed at enhancing cooperation and interoperability between the Indian Navy and the Royal Cambodia Navy (RCN). The visit shall include cross-training visits, social interaction, friendly sports fixtures and PASSEX with RCN.
