Towards further strengthening the longstanding friendship and maritime cooperation, Indian Navy ships INS Delhi, INS Shakti, and INS Kiltan arrived at Manila, Philippines, on May 19, 2024. The ships were accorded a warm welcome by the Philippines Navy. The visit is part of Operational Deployment of the Indian Navy’s Eastern Fleet to South China Sea.

During the visit, personnel from both the navies will engage in a wide range of professional interactions including Subject Matter Expert Exchange (SMEE), sports fixtures, cross-deck visits, cultural visits and collaborative community outreach programmes. The ships will also participate in a Maritime Partnership Exercise (MPX) with the Philippines Navy.