Why in news ?

The maiden Indian Navy – European Union Naval Force (IN-EUNAVFOR) Exercise is being conducted in Gulf of Aden.

• Participants
  • Along with Indian Navy, other naval forces are from Italy, Spain and France.
  • The naval exercise included advanced air defence and anti-submarine exercises, tactical manoeuvres, Search & Rescue, and other maritime security operations.
• Aim:
  • To enhance and hone their war-fighting skills and their ability as an integrated force to promote peace, security and stability in the maritime domain.