Indian Navy’s Eastern Fleet ships arrive at Da Nang, Vietnam – deepening maritime ties and advancing maritime co-operation in the Indo-Pacific

NEW DELHI : As part of Indian Navy’s ongoing Operational Deployment to South East Asia, Indian Naval Ships Delhi, Shakti, and Kiltan of the Eastern Fleet, under the Command of RAdm Susheel Menon, Flag Officer Commanding Eastern Fleet (FOCEF), arrived at Vietnam on 24 July 2025. The ships were accorded a ceremonial welcome by the Vietnam People’s Navy (VPN), and People’s Committee of Vietnam reflecting the warmth and growing India-Vietnam bilateral relationship.

During the visit, RAdm Susheel Menon will hold bilateral meetings with senior officials of Military Region 5, Vietnam People’s Army, Da Nang People’s Committee and Naval Region 3 Vietnam People’s Navy. These engagements will offer a valuable platform for exchanging perspectives on maritime cooperation, regional security challenges, and enhancing defence collaboration particularly in the naval domain.

Personnel from both navies will take part in a broad spectrum of professional interactions, including operational planning discussions and onboard briefings, aimed at strengthening interoperability and mutual understanding. Additionally, the visit will feature several community and cultural outreach activities, friendly sports fixtures and guided ship tours.

This deployment aligns with India’s vision of ‘MAHASAGAR’ and underscores the Indian Navy’s commitment to being a preferred partner. The visit to Vietnam will mark another milestone in strengthening the India-Vietnam strategic partnership and advancing a rules-based, inclusive maritime order in the Indo-Pacific.