Tarun Karthick
Sri Vijaya Puram, 22 November 2025
The Indian Navy, Republic of Singapore Navy, and Royal Thai Navy are set to participate in the 2025 edition of the trilateral maritime exercise SITMEX, scheduled from November 23 to 29, 2025. The exercise aims to bolster maritime cooperation, enhance interoperability, and strengthen the collective ability to ensure regional security in the Indo-Pacific.
SITMEX-25 will commence with an Opening Ceremony at Changi Naval Base, Singapore, from November 23 to 25. The harbour phase will include cross-deck visits, professional exchanges, and friendly sporting events to promote deeper understanding, teamwork, and camaraderie among the participating personnel.
Following this, the Sea Phase will take place from November 26 to 29 along the International Maritime Boundary Line (IMBL). Advanced naval manoeuvres and coordinated tactical drills will be undertaken by the ships and aircraft of the three nations, reaffirming their shared commitment to maritime safety, peace, and stability in the region.
The closing ceremony will be held onboard RSS Dauntless on November 29 at Phuket, Thailand, marking the culmination of joint exercises and mutual learning. The event will celebrate the enhanced maritime synergy and strong bonds established through the week-long engagement.
SITMEX-25 underscores the shared vision of India, Singapore, and Thailand for a free, open, and inclusive Indo-Pacific. The trilateral exercise continues to reinforce trust, cooperation, and enduring maritime partnerships among friendly regional navies working together to safeguard common maritime interests. (Story Based on PR from ANC)
