INS ships arriving at Busan as part of deployment to South China Sea
Q. In demonstration of the Act East Policy, which INS ships have been arriving at Busan?- Published on 22 Jun 16a. Shakti
b. Kirch
c. Godavari
d. Only a and b
ANSWER: Only a and b
In a demonstration of India’s ‘Act East’ policy and Indian Navy’s increasing footprint and operational reach, Indian Naval Ships Sahyadri, Shakti and Kirch under the Command of the Flag Officer Commanding Eastern Fleet, Rear Admiral S V Bhokare, YSM, NM have arrived on June 21 at Busan on a four day visit, as part of deployment of the Eastern Fleet to the South China Sea.
- During the visit, the IN ships will have professional interaction with the Republic of Korea (ROK) Navy
- Bilateral relations between India and Republic of Korea are characterised by historical and cultural contacts dating back to ancient times
- Both countries have signed a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement, with special emphasis on shipbuilding and electronics hardware manufacturing.
- In addition, both countries have forged ties in the field of military R&D, with MoU signed between Indian Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO)
