- In pursuance of India’s Act East Policy and demonstration of India’s commitment to peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific Region, Indian Naval Ships Satpura and Kadmatt are visiting Sasebo, Japan from 12th to 15th October 2017.
- The visit of these ships is part the Indian Government’s initiatives to strengthen the long standing, mutually supportive and strong relationship between Japan and India.
- This historic relationship spans across the entire spectrum of engagement between both countries – cultural, spiritual, economic and security.
- the ships will take part in Passage Exercise (PASSEX) with the Murusame Class destroyer, JS Kirisame.
Reference:
http://pib.nic.in/newsite/PrintRelease.aspx?relid=171642