Indian Naval Training Squadron Leaves Sihanoukville Port

The Indian Navy’s First Training Squadron (1TS), comprising INS Sujata and ICGS Veera, departed from Sihanoukville, Cambodia, on 17 February 2025, marking the successful conclusion of a three-day goodwill visit. During the visit, the Indian Navy engaged with the Royal Cambodian Navy (RCN) in various activities, reinforcing maritime cooperation, bilateral relations, and India’s vision of SAGAR (Security And Growth for All in the Region).

Key Highlights of the Visit

Engagement with the Royal Cambodian Navy (RCN)

• Senior Officer of 1TS, Capt Anshul Kishore, along with commanding officers of INS Sujata and ICGS Veera, interacted with the RCN leadership.
• A meeting was held with Admiral Tea Vinh, Commander of RCN, along with other senior officials.
• Discussions covered bilateral cross-training, interoperability, joint exercises, regional security, and goodwill activities.

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Strengthening Defence and Maritime Cooperation

• A Small Arms Simulator was handed over to the Royal Cambodian Army as part of the ongoing defence engagement.
• The Indian Navy’s role in regional maritime cooperation was highlighted through a media interaction.

People to People and Cultural Exchange

• Friendly sports fixtures were conducted between trainees of 1TS and RCN, fostering camaraderie.
• A guided tour of the Indian naval ships was organized for the Indian community in Sihanoukville.
• A reception onboard the ships was attended by ambassadors, diplomats, senior military officials, and members of the Indian diaspora.

Significance of the Visit

• Strengthened diplomatic and defence ties between India and Cambodia.
• Enhanced regional security cooperation and maritime interoperability.
• Reaffirmed India’s commitment to SAGAR (Security And Growth for All in the Region).

Summary/Static	Details
Why in the news?	Indian Naval Training Squadron Leaves Sihanoukville Port
Naval Squadron	First Training Squadron (1TS) – INS Sujata & ICGS Veera
Location	Sihanoukville, Cambodia
Key Engagements	Meetings with Royal Cambodian Navy & Army officials, Governor of Sihanoukville, and diplomatic representatives
Defence Cooperation	Handover of Small Arms Simulator to the Royal Cambodian Army
People-to-People Engagement	Friendly sports fixtures, ship tours, and onboard reception for diplomats and Indian diaspora
Strategic Significance	Strengthening India-Cambodia ties under SAGAR initiative