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Malaysia Sun
3 days ago
- Politics
- Malaysia Sun
Indian Navy participates in Passage Exercise with UK Carrier Strike Group in the North Arabian Sea
New Delhi [India], June 11 (ANI): The Indian Navy's stealth frigate INS Tabar, submarine and P8I aircraft participated in a Passage Exercise (PASSEX) in the North Arabian Sea on June 9 and 10, 2025. The exercise was conducted with the UK Carrier Strike Group, comprising HMS Prince of Wales and HMS Richmond, the Indian Navy said in a statement. The multi-faceted naval exercise included unified control of integral helicopters, tactical manoeuvres, coordinated anti-submarine operations and professional exchange of officers. The joint exercise demonstrates the deepening cooperation between the Indian Navy and the Royal Navy, showcasing a shared commitment to maritime security and robust bilateral ties. This collaboration underscores the strong relationship between the two navies and their dedication to maintaining a secure and stable maritime environment. Earlier the Indian Navy delegation, led by Rear Admiral Shantanu Jha, NM, participated in the 10th Navy-to-Navy Staff Talks with the Royal Malaysian Navy held in Kuala Lumpur on June 10. The Royal Malaysian Navy delegation was led by First Admiral Harisundar Rajoo, Senior Director, Operations and Training. During the talks, both sides discussed ongoing bilateral naval engagements and outlined plans for future collaborative activities. The Indian Navy, in a post on X, stated, 'Rear Admiral Shantanu Jha, NM, led the #IndianNavy delegation for the 10th Navy to Navy Staff Talks with the #RoyalMalaysianNavy, at Kuala Lumpur on 10 June. #RoyalMalaysianNavy delegation was led by First Admiral Harisundar Rajoo, Senior Director, Operations and Training. Both sides held discussions on ongoing bilateral naval engagements and outlined plans for future collaborative activities.' In parallel to the naval dialogue in Kuala Lumpur, India also expanded its diplomatic outreach in the region. Secretary (East) P Kumaran met Permanent Secretary, Brunei Darussalam's Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Hajah Johariah Binti Abdul Wahab, on the sidelines of East Asia Summit Senior Officials' Meeting (EAS SOM) in Malaysia's Penang on Tuesday. (ANI)
India Gazette
3 days ago
- Politics
- India Gazette
Indian Navy participates in Passage Exercise with UK Carrier Strike Group in the North Arabian Sea
New Delhi [India], June 11 (ANI): The Indian Navy's stealth frigate INS Tabar, submarine and P8I aircraft participated in a Passage Exercise (PASSEX) in the North Arabian Sea on June 9 and 10, 2025. The exercise was conducted with the UK Carrier Strike Group, comprising HMS Prince of Wales and HMS Richmond, the Indian Navy said in a statement. The multi-faceted naval exercise included unified control of integral helicopters, tactical manoeuvres, coordinated anti-submarine operations and professional exchange of officers. The joint exercise demonstrates the deepening cooperation between the Indian Navy and the Royal Navy, showcasing a shared commitment to maritime security and robust bilateral ties. This collaboration underscores the strong relationship between the two navies and their dedication to maintaining a secure and stable maritime environment. Earlier the Indian Navy delegation, led by Rear Admiral Shantanu Jha, NM, participated in the 10th Navy-to-Navy Staff Talks with the Royal Malaysian Navy held in Kuala Lumpur on June 10. The Royal Malaysian Navy delegation was led by First Admiral Harisundar Rajoo, Senior Director, Operations and Training. During the talks, both sides discussed ongoing bilateral naval engagements and outlined plans for future collaborative activities. The Indian Navy, in a post on X, stated, 'Rear Admiral Shantanu Jha, NM, led the #IndianNavy delegation for the 10th Navy to Navy Staff Talks with the #RoyalMalaysianNavy, at Kuala Lumpur on 10 June. #RoyalMalaysianNavy delegation was led by First Admiral Harisundar Rajoo, Senior Director, Operations and Training. Both sides held discussions on ongoing bilateral naval engagements and outlined plans for future collaborative activities.' In parallel to the naval dialogue in Kuala Lumpur, India also expanded its diplomatic outreach in the region. Secretary (East) P Kumaran met Permanent Secretary, Brunei Darussalam's Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Hajah Johariah Binti Abdul Wahab, on the sidelines of East Asia Summit Senior Officials' Meeting (EAS SOM) in Malaysia's Penang on Tuesday. (ANI)
The Hindu
3 days ago
- Politics
- The Hindu
Indian, U.K. navies conduct joint exercise in North Arabian Sea
The Indian Navy's stealth frigate INS Tabar, a submarine, and P-8I maritime patrol aircraft participated in a passage exercise with the United Kingdom's Carrier Strike Group in the North Arabian Sea on June 9 and 10, the Ministry of Defence said on Tuesday (June 11, 2025). The U.K. formation comprised the aircraft carrier HMS Prince of Wales and frigate HMS Richmond. 'The multi-faceted naval exercise included unified control of integral helicopters, tactical manoeuvres, coordinated anti-submarine operations, and professional exchange of officers,' the Ministry said in a statement. The joint exercise, it noted, 'demonstrates the deepening cooperation between the Indian Navy and the Royal Navy, showcasing a shared commitment to maritime security and robust bilateral ties.' 'This collaboration underscores the strong relationship between the two navies and their dedication to maintaining a secure and stable maritime environment,' it added.
Daily Mail
25-04-2025
- Politics
- Daily Mail
Starmer debuts Trump-style 'Prime Minister' branded fleece as he follows in the fashion footsteps of Boris Johnson
Keir Starmer has debuted a 'Prime Minister' branded fleece - in an echo of US political styles. Sir Keir was pictured wearing the top on a visit to the HMS Prince of Wales aircraft carrier yesterday. It is the first time since entering Downing Street last July that the premier has been spotted in a garment displaying his status. Although long favoured in the US - by the likes of JFK, George W Bush and more recently Donald Trump - British politicians have been cautious about adopting them. In 2008 Gordon Brown declined to take ownership of a personalised bomber jacket he was offered as a gift by Mr Bush during a trip to the States. However, Boris Johnson was regularly pictured wearing branded outfits, while Priti Patel donned a coat marked 'Home Secretary'. Sir Keir was accompanied on his visit to the flagship carrier yesterday by Defence Secretary John Healey, whose own fleece was marked 'Secretary of State'. The PM donned the personalised garment on board the Royal Navy's flagship aircraft carrier yesterday as it heads towards the Indo-Pacific The PM boarded the Royal Navy's flagship aircraft carrier as it heads towards the Indo-Pacific. The strike group will travel to the Mediterranean, Middle East, south-east Asia, Japan and Australia on an eight-month voyage, accompanied by escort ships from international allies. Sir Keir was shown F-35 jets on board the carrier in Plymouth, Devon. The Carrier Strike Group also includes destroyer HMS Dauntless and frigate HMS Richmond along with warships from Norway and Canada. The deployment comes as US President Donald Trump pushes for Nato allies to do more to provide their own defence. The £3billion carrier's journey to the Indo-Pacific is also aimed at demonstrating the UK's commitment to allies in the region nervous about China's actions in relation to Taiwan and disputed sea lanes. Around 4,000 UK military personnel from the Royal Navy, Army and RAF will join Operation Highmast, with allies from Spain and New Zealand also set to take part along with the Norwegian and Canadian personnel. A contingent of 18 UK F-35B jets will join the carrier in the days after departure, with that number increasing to 24 during the deployment. Also joining will be Merlin Mk2 anti-submarine helicopters from RNAS Culdrose and Merlin Mk4 Commando and Wildcat helicopters from RNAS Yeovilton, as well as T-150 Malloy and Puma drones.
The Independent
24-04-2025
- Politics
- The Independent
Starmer warns of ‘new era' of global insecurity during HMS Prince of Wales visit
The Prime Minister has warned the world is in a 'new era' of global insecurity and uncertainty as he visited the UK's flagship aircraft carrier. Sir Keir Starmer met sailors, aviators, soldiers and Royal Marines onboard HMS Prince of Wales during an overnight stay as it heads towards the Indo-Pacific. The vessel, which set off from Portsmouth on Tuesday, will travel to the Mediterranean, Middle East, south-east Asia, Japan and Australia on an eight-month voyage, accompanied by escort ships from international allies. Speaking onboard the carrier, the Prime Minister said the mission showed the UK's 'leadership on global issues and security and defence' and was a sign of unity with allies, including Nato. 'We all know that the world is more uncertain than it felt a few months or years before – we're in a new era,' Sir Keir told broadcasters. During the tour, the Prime Minister, who was accompanied by Defence Secretary John Healey, watched from bridge as the F-35 warplanes were deployed. They were shown around by Vice Admiral Andrew Burns, fleet commander of the Royal Navy, Commodore James Blackmore, commander of the UK Carrier Strike Group, Captain Will Blackett RN, the commander of the aircraft carrier, and Captain Colin McGannity RN, commander of the Carrier air group. Sir Keir had spent the night onboard and told members of the crew he had been awoken at 2am by a siren which was part of a training exercise. He also spoke with crew members in the junior ratings' mess for breakfast where he was served a plate of baked beans and two slices of unbuttered white bread. The Prime Minister does not eat meat and used to be a vegetarian but is now a pescatarian, also eating fish. Meanwhile, the Defence Secretary tucked into bacon, sausage, two eggs and baked beans, accompanied by a large dollop of HP brown sauce. The Carrier Strike Group also includes destroyer HMS Dauntless and frigate HMS Richmond along with warships from Norway and Canada. The deployment comes as US President Donald Trump pushes for Nato allies to do more to provide their own defence. The £3 billion carrier's journey to the Indo-Pacific is also aimed at demonstrating the UK's commitment to allies in the region nervous about China's actions in relation to Taiwan and disputed sea lanes. Around 4,000 UK military personnel from the Royal Navy, Army and RAF will join Operation Highmast, with allies from Spain and New Zealand also set to take part along with Norwegian and Canadian personnel. Sir Keir said global insecurity was why the Government had committed to increasing defence spending to 2.5% of gross domestic product from April 2027. 'It's hugely important for the UK to play a leading role, as we are playing on this deployment,' he said. 'It shows our capability, it shows our sense of global leadership on defence and security, but also on trade and the economy – we're a free trading nation. 'The increased defence spending is the highest sustained increase since the Cold War. 'That's necessary, necessary for security and our defence as a country, but really important that is measured and felt in good, secure, well paid jobs across the country.' Indo-Pacific stability is also economically critical for the UK, with imports and exports in the region worth £286 billion – almost 20% of all UK trade. A contingent of 18 UK F-35B jets will join the carrier in the days after departure, with that number increasing to 24 during the deployment. Also joining will be Merlin Mk2 anti-submarine helicopters from RNAS Culdrose and Merlin Mk4 Commando and Wildcat helicopters from RNAS Yeovilton, as well as T-150 Malloy and Puma drones.
