CURRENT AFFAIRS

Detailed explanation-1: -The 25th edition of MALABAR, being conducted in two phases, while observing all protocols during the COVID-19 pandemic, is reflective of the commitment of the participating countries to support a free, open, inclusive Indo-Pacific as well as a rules-based international order.

Detailed explanation-2: -Malabar Naval Exercise. Malabar Exercise 2021 started in two phases. The first phase of the exercise Malabar 2021, held in the Philippines Sea, ran between 26th and 29th August 2021. The dates of the second phase, held in the Bay of Bengal, of the Malabar 2021 Exercise are 12th October to 15th October.

Detailed explanation-3: -The 26th edition of the multinational maritime exercise MALABAR 22 culminated in the seas off Japan on 15 November 2022. This edition also marked the 30th anniversary of the exercise and was hosted by the JMSDF.

Detailed explanation-4: -The 26th edition is quadrilateral maritime drill among the navies of the Quad countries - India, the United States, Japan and Australia. The exercise aimed at cooperation in the strategically significant Indo-Pacific region, through improved interoperability with the partner navies.

Detailed explanation-5: -Austra Hind 22. The Austra Hind 22 exercise commenced recently in Rajasthan. It is being held after the 26th edition of the quadrilateral maritime drill Exercise Malabar was concluded off the coast of Japan in early November 2022.