Egypt: The Indian Naval stealth frigate INS Trikand arrived at the port of Alexandria, Egypt, on 1 September 2025, as part of its operational deployment in the Mediterranean Sea. The ship is set to participate in Exercise Bright Star 2025, a major multilateral military exercise hosted by Egypt from 1 to 10 September 2025. This year’s exercise also includes participation from the Indian Army and Indian Air Force, reflecting India’s tri-service commitment.
About Exercise Bright Star 2025
Exercise Bright Star is a prestigious multilateral exercise conducted under the aegis of the United States Central Command (USCENTCOM). It encompasses operations across air, land, and sea domains and aims to strengthen regional security cooperation while enhancing interoperability among participating nations in responding to hybrid and irregular warfare threats. Apart from India, the exercise involves forces from the United States, Egypt, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Greece, Cyprus, Italy, and other allied countries.
Engagements and Activities in Alexandria
During the port call in Alexandria, INS Trikand is engaging in a variety of activities to promote bilateral and multilateral cooperation. These include high-level discussions with senior military officials, cross-deck visits with other naval ships, cultural exchanges, and sports fixtures. These interactions aim to foster camaraderie and strengthen people-to-people ties among the participating militaries.
Strategic Significance of Deployment
INS Trikand’s deployment to the Mediterranean and participation in Exercise Bright Star underline the Indian Navy’s focus on professional naval engagements in strategic international waters. The objective is to enhance interoperability with partner maritime nations by standardizing procedures, exchanging best practices, and building synergy for combined operations against traditional and emerging maritime threats.
The deployment also highlights India’s growing role in global maritime security and its commitment to fostering peace, stability, and cooperation in key regions beyond the Indian Ocean.
Conclusion
INS Trikand’s arrival at Alexandria and its active role in Exercise Bright Star 2025 reaffirm India’s strategic vision of strengthening defense ties with partner countries and enhancing operational readiness in complex security environments. These initiatives exemplify India’s proactive approach to multilateral military cooperation and its commitment to global peace and security.
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Source: PIB
