SLINEX

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Context

• The 10th edition of India-Sri Lanka bilateral maritime exercise SLINEX-23 started in Colombo.

Details

• Indian Navy is being represented by INS Kiltan, an indigenous Kamorta class ASW corvette and INS Savitri, an Offshore Patrol Vessel.

Aim of the exercise

• SLINEX aims at enhancing interoperability, improving mutual understanding and exchanging best practices while jointly undertaking multi-faceted maritime operations. 
• Professional, cultural and sporting events, as also social exchanges are planned during the harbour phase to further bolster the bonds of friendship and camaraderie between both the navies.

Background

• SLINEX (Sri Lanka India Naval Exercise) are a series of naval exercises between the Indian Navy and the Sri Lanka Navy.
• The first SLINEX exercise took place in 2005.

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