India and Greece completed their first joint naval exercise on September 18, marking an enhanced defense partnership between the two nations. The bilateral training program lasted six days with activities at Salamis Naval Base and Mediterranean waters. Indian frigate INS Trikand participated alongside Greek vessels Themistokles and submarine Pipinos during the comprehensive military cooperation effort.
Personnel from both fleets conducted cross-deck visits and professional exchanges at the harbor facility. Cultural events aboard the Indian warship featured Ambassador Rudrendra Tandon and senior Greek naval commanders with their families. Maritime operations featured anti-submarine warfare drills, helicopter transfers, and coordinated weapons training during the sea portion. These complex maneuvers tested joint operational capabilities between the two forces.
Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis contacted Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday, expressing support for India-European Union trade agreements. The Greek leader also conveyed birthday wishes to Modi, who appreciated the diplomatic gesture.
Personnel from both fleets conducted cross-deck visits and professional exchanges at the harbor facility. Cultural events aboard the Indian warship featured Ambassador Rudrendra Tandon and senior Greek naval commanders with their families. Maritime operations featured anti-submarine warfare drills, helicopter transfers, and coordinated weapons training during the sea portion. These complex maneuvers tested joint operational capabilities between the two forces.
Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis contacted Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday, expressing support for India-European Union trade agreements. The Greek leader also conveyed birthday wishes to Modi, who appreciated the diplomatic gesture.
