The Indian Navy is actively participating in the International Fleet Review (IFR) 2025 and the Multilateral Naval Exercise Komodo (MNEK) 2025 in Indonesia, demonstrating its commitment to maritime cooperation and regional security.
International Fleet Review (IFR) 2025
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The Indian Navy has deployed INS Shardul and a Long-Range Maritime Surveillance P8I aircraft to participate in the prestigious International Fleet Review (IFR) 2025 in Bali, Indonesia.
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The event commenced on February 15, 2025, and will conclude on February 22, 2025.
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IFR 2025 celebrates the 80th anniversary of the Indonesian Navy’s formation and serves as a significant platform for showcasing maritime capabilities and fostering naval diplomacy.
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The fleet review will be conducted by the President of Indonesia, with participation from naval forces of various nations.
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Apart from the fleet review, the Indian Navy will engage in high-level dialogues, including the International Maritime Security Symposium and tactical floor games.
Multilateral Naval Exercise Komodo (MNEK) 2025
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Following the International Fleet Review, INS Shardul and the P8I aircraft will join Exercise Komodo 2025, a multilateral naval exercise hosted by Indonesia.
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Themed “Maritime Partnership for Peace and Stability”, the exercise aims to enhance maritime interoperability and regional security cooperation.
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39 countries, including Türkiye, are participating in this week-long exercise, which features 34 foreign warships and 18 Indonesian Navy vessels.
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Key components of the exercise include:
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Maritime Search and Rescue (SAR) drills
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Humanitarian assistance and disaster relief (HADR) training
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Officer exchange programs
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Bilateral meetings between naval forces
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An international maritime security symposium
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A defense exhibition and cultural parades
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This is the fifth edition of Exercise Komodo, first launched in 2014 as a non-combat military exercise aimed at fostering maritime cooperation among friendly nations.
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In his opening remarks, Adm. Muhammad Ali, Chief of Staff of the Indonesian Navy, emphasized the need for collaborative maritime security efforts to address evolving challenges in the Indo-Pacific region.
India’s Bilateral Exercises with Indonesia
Apart from multilateral engagements, India and Indonesia share a strong defense partnership, highlighted by bilateral military exercises, such as:
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Garuda Shakti – Army exercise
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Samudra Shakti – Naval exercise
Significance of India’s Participation
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Strengthens maritime cooperation with ASEAN nations and Indo-Pacific partners.
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Reinforces India’s commitment to freedom of navigation, regional security, and humanitarian assistance.
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Provides an opportunity for the Indian Navy to enhance interoperability with other naval forces and showcase its advanced capabilities.
By participating in IFR 2025 and Exercise Komodo, the Indian Navy continues to play a crucial role in maintaining peace, stability, and cooperation in the Indo-Pacific region.
