India–Myanmar Naval Exercise (IMNEX-26)

Why in News?

The eighth edition of the India–Myanmar Naval Exercise (IMNEX-26) commenced in Visakhapatnam on 10 November 2026 and will continue until 14 November 2026.

Key Features

• Participating countries: India and Myanmar.
• Participating ships:
  • Indian Navy: INS Rana and INS Sumedha.
  • Myanmar Navy: UMS King Sin Phyu Shin.
• Venue: Visakhapatnam, India.
• Edition: Eighth.
• Opening ceremony: Held onboard INS Rana on 10 November 2026.

Phases of the Exercise

1. Harbour Phase: Professional interactions and subject matter expert exchanges (SMEEs), cross-deck visits and sporting engagements, discussions on operational matters.

2. Sea Phase: Coordinated maritime operations, tactical manoeuvres, other naval exercises to improve interoperability among participating units.

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