SITMEX-25: India, Singapore & Thailand Navies Strengthen Maritime Cooperation from Nov. 23

Tarun Karthick

Sri Vijaya Puram, 22 November 2025

The Indian Navy, Republic of Singapore Navy, and Royal Thai Navy are set to take part within the 2025 version of the trilateral maritime train SITMEX, scheduled from November 23 to 29, 2025. The train goals to bolster maritime cooperation, improve interoperability, and strengthen the collective capacity to make sure regional safety within the Indo-Pacific.

SITMEX-25 will begin with an Opening Ceremony at Changi Naval Base, Singapore, from November 23 to 25. The harbour part will embody cross-deck visits, skilled exchanges, and pleasant sporting occasions to advertise deeper understanding, teamwork, and camaraderie among the many collaborating personnel.

Following this, the Sea Phase will happen from November 26 to 29 alongside the International Maritime Boundary Line (IMBL). Advanced naval manoeuvres and coordinated tactical drills will likely be undertaken by the ships and plane of the three nations, reaffirming their shared dedication to maritime security, peace, and stability within the area.

The closing ceremony will likely be held onboard RSS Dauntless on November 29 at Phuket, Thailand, marking the fruits of joint workout routines and mutual studying. The occasion will have fun the improved maritime synergy and robust bonds established by means of the week-long engagement.

SITMEX-25 underscores the shared imaginative and prescient of India, Singapore, and Thailand for a free, open, and inclusive Indo-Pacific. The trilateral train continues to bolster belief, cooperation, and enduring maritime partnerships amongst pleasant regional navies working collectively to safeguard frequent maritime pursuits. (Story Based on PR from ANC)