The Indian Navy's warship Kiltan has arrived in Brunei amidst the ongoing standoff between the Philippines and Beijing in the South China Sea. Upon reaching Muara, INS Kiltan received a warm welcome from the Royal Brunei Navy as part of the operational deployment of the Indian Navy's Eastern Fleet in the region. This visit aims to enhance the friendship, co-operation, and strategic relations between the two maritime nations.
The visit of the Indian Naval Warship Kiltan will focus on mutual professional interactions, sporting ties, social exchanges, and community outreach, as stated by the Defense Ministry. These aspects demonstrate the shared values of both countries and their navies.
The visit will culminate in a maritime partnership exercise at sea involving the Indian Navy and the Royal Brunei Navy, where both navies will enhance their strategic skills, promote mutual excellence, and exchange best practices. This development has raised concerns for China regarding the situation.
