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2nd Indo-Qatari joint Naval Exercise “Zair-Al-Bahr” in Persian Gulf

The second edition of the joint naval exercise, Zair-Al-Bahr, between the Indian Navy and Qatar Emiri Naval Force (QENF) was conducted between August 9 and 14 in the Persian Gulf. This edition of the exercise included a three-day harbour phase followed by a two-day sea phase. The sea phase is comprised of tactical maritime exercises involving surface action, anti-piracy exercises, air defence, maritime surveillance, boarding operations and SAR exercises.

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In the sea phase of the exercise, the Indian Navy’s Stealth Frigate INS Trikand, QENF’s missile boats of Barzan and Damsah class, fast-attack crafts of MRTP 34 class and Rafale fighter aircraft participated.

Important takeaways for all competitive exams:

  • Qatar Capital: Doha; Currency: Qatari riyal.
  • Prime Minister of Qatar: Sheikh Khalid bin Khalifa bin Abdelaziz Al Thani.

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