JIMEX24

Last Updated on 18th June, 2024
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JIMEX24

Source: Akashvani

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Context:

  • The eighth edition of the India-Japan Maritime Exercise (JIMEX 24) has begun at Yokosuka, Japan.
  • This exercise is a crucial event for both nations navies to improve their operational capabilities and interoperability.

Details:

Commencement and Participants:

  • Location: Yokosuka, Japan
  • Indian Navy's Participation: Indigenous Stealth Frigate INS Shivalik
  • Japan's Participation: Guided Missile Destroyer JS Yugiri

Historical Context:

  • Inception: 2012
  • Editions: JIMEX 2024 marks the eighth edition of this bilateral maritime exercise.

Structure of the Exercise:

Phases of JIMEX 24:

The exercise includes both harbour and sea phases:

  • Harbour Phase: Comprising professional, sports, and social interactions.
  • Sea Phase: Focused on operational drills to enhance warfighting skills and interoperability between the navies.

Significance:

  • JIMEX 24 reaffirms the shared commitment of India and Japan towards maritime security in the Indo-Pacific region.
  • It highlights the strategic partnership and cooperation between the two countries, particularly in the realm of naval operations.

Other India-Japan Military Exercises:

Malabar Exercise:

  • Participants: India, Japan, United States, and Australia
  • Type: Naval war-gaming exercise

SHINYUU Maitri:

  • Participants: India and Japan
  • Type: Air Force exercise

Dharma Guardian:

  • Participants: India and Japan
  • Type: Military exercise

Source: Akashvani

PRACTICE QUESTION

Which of the following statements about the India-Japan Maritime Exercise (JIMEX 24) is correct?

A) JIMEX 24 is the tenth edition of the exercise, starting in 2012.

B) The exercise is primarily focused on land-based military operations.

C) INS Shivalik is the Indian Navy's representative in JIMEX 24.

D) JIMEX 24 is exclusively conducted in Indian waters.

Answer: C

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