Rear Admiral Susheel Menon, commanding officer of the eastern fleet, has joined high-ranking officials from 28 foreign navies at the fleet commanders’ conference as a part of Exercise Kakadu 2024 in Darwin, Australia. This demonstrates India’s commitment to strengthening maritime security and cooperation through collaborative endeavors.
During his trip to Darwin, the admiral engaged with the crew of the Indian Navy P8I aircraft involved in Kakadu 2024. Conversations with the crew covered various aspects of maritime air operations when working alongside partners, providing opportunities to assess and enhance tactics, techniques, and procedures.
This year’s event, running until September 20, features 13 warships and aircraft from navies and air forces of 11 nations. The exercise coincides with a commanders’ conference where military leaders from 28 countries are in attendance. Over 3,000 military personnel are gathering in Darwin for the event.
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