The Quad countries—India, Australia, Japan, and the U.S.—conducted back-to-back naval exercises, focusing on anti-submarine warfare. 'Exercise Malabar' took place off the coast of Visakhapatnam from October 8 to 18, 2024. It was termed the most comprehensive edition yet, with complex operational scenarios. The earlier 'Exercise Kakadu,' hosted by Australia, involved nearly 3,000 personnel from 30 nations. Ships from 10 countries and aircraft from five nations participated, highlighting Australia's commitment to regional maritime security. The Indian Navy contributed a P-8I Maritime Patrol Aircraft for the exercise.
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