The Philippine Navy (PN) and the Indian Navy (IN) reiterated their commitment to boosting their defense ties following the meeting of ranking officials of the two services on Thursday.

In a statement on Friday, the PN said the meeting between Rear Admiral Susheel Menon, commander of the IN’s Eastern Fleet, and PN vice commander Maj. Gen. Edwin Amadar took place at the PN’s headquarters in Manila.

“Discussions focused on enhancing bilateral naval cooperation through training exchanges, goodwill activities, and strengthened operational collaboration. Both sides recognized the value of ongoing personnel exchanges and common experiences in bilateral training programs and personnel development,” the PN said.

It added that the meeting showcased the PN’s commitment to strengthening its international defense partnerships, enhancing maritime cooperation, and contributing to the country’s broader strategic efforts to ensure regional stability and national security.

“Both officials reaffirmed the strong and enduring relationship between the PN and the Indian Navy, built on decades of defense cooperation and shared maritime interests. The visit was also timely, as it coincided with the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the Philippines and India,” the PN said. (PNA)