At Da Nang, Vietnam

INS Sahyadri on visit to Da Nang, Vietnam

Indian Delegation with Da Nang Peoples Committee Members

In pursuance of India’s ‘Look East’ and ‘Act East’ policy, the Indian Naval Ship Sahyadri has arrived at Da Nang on a four day visit as part of operational deployment commencing 02 Oct 15 to South China sea and North West Pacific region. 

Call On Vice Chairman of Da Nang Peoples Committee

India and Vietnam have cultural and economic links dating back to the 2nd Century A.D, which were facilitated by maritime trade. In modern times, support during struggle for liberation from foreign rule and subsequent political and cultural exchanges have strengthened this historic relationship. In order to expand this to the security domain, a ‘Security Dialogue’ was instituted in 2003. India and Vietnam signed a Joint Declaration on the ‘Establishment of a Strategic Partnership’ in 2007 as well as a ‘MoU on Defence Cooperation’ in 2009. These have laid the foundation for strengthening maritime cooperation between the two countries.

Calling On Maj Gen Nguyen Dinh Tien,Cdr Mil Region 5

The visit of INS Sahyadri is aimed at strengthening bilateral ties and enhancing inter-operability between navies of the two countries. Indian warships had last visited Hai Phong, Vietnam in August 2014. INS Sahyadri is an indigenously built warship of the Shivalik Class. Inducted into the Indian Navy on 21 July 12. The multi-role stealth frigate, boasts of an impressive array of weaponry in her arsenal. Long range anti-ship missiles, medium and short range surface to air missiles augmented by powerful guns of different calibers provide a formidable shield against all types of surface and air threats. The capability to carry two integral multi-role helicopters significantly enhances the potency of this ship. INS Sahyadri, is presently being commanded by Captain Kunal Raj Kumar.

Calling On Sr Capt Du Quoc Viet, Cdr VPN Region 3

During the stay in harbour, various activities aimed at enhancing cooperation and interaction between the two navies are planned. These include official calls and interaction with dignitaries of the Vietnamese government and the Vietnamese Peoples’ Navy (VPN), reception onboard INS Sahyadri, onboard visits by local populace, guided tours for Indian naval personnel and professional interaction between personnel of both the navies. On departure, the ship is planned to exercise with Vietnamese Naval ships for improving interoperability in communication as well as Search and Rescue procedures. 

Indian Delegation with Officers of VPN Region 3

On departure from Da Nang, the ship will proceed to participate in the International Fleet Review at Sagami Bay in Japan.

Interaction with Media

Dignitaries on board for the reception