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Indian Navy Hosts MILAN Village for International Exercise

Wednesday, 18 February 2026
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Indian Navy has created a dedicated MILAN Village in Visakhapatnam for cultural exchanges during the 13th Exercise MILAN 2026, set for February 15-25, 2026. This exercise will see participation from over 70 countries, including Germany, the Philippines, and the UAE for the first time.

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  • Indian Navy hosts MILAN Village in Visakhapatnam.
  • Facilitates cultural and social exchanges for Exercise MILAN 2026.
  • Scheduled from February 15 to 25, 2026.
  • Participation from over 70 countries.
  • First-time participants include Germany, the Philippines, and the UAE.
  • MILAN is a biennial multilateral naval exercise.
  • Initially launched in 1995 under the Andaman and Nicobar Command.
  • Started with four foreign navies: Indonesia, Singapore, Sri Lanka, and Thailand.
  • Has evolved into a major maritime engagement in the Indo-Pacific.
  • Core objectives include fostering mutual understanding and trust.
  • Promotes a free, open, inclusive, and rules-based maritime order.
  • Consists of two phases: Harbour Phase and Sea Phase.
  • Harbour Phase includes seminars and expert exchanges.
  • Sea Phase focuses on interoperability and tactical maneuvers.
  • Aligns with India's Act East Policy and MAHASAGAR vision.
  • Highlights India's role in international maritime security cooperation.
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