The operations included the U.S. Navy’s guided-missile destroyer USS Momsen (DDG 92) and the Indian Navy’s guided-missile frigate INS Trishul (F 43), which centered on constructing interoperability and strengthening relationships.
“Our crew strives to work effectively and successfully to make sure we’re in a position to function along with our companions whereas underway. Conducting an train with the Indian Navy off of their western coast is an opportunity that we didn’t wish to miss,” mentioned Cmdr. Erik Roberts, commanding officer of Momsen. “Our dedication to a Free and Open Indo-Pacific is bolstered each time we carry out at-sea operations with those that share our maritime objectives.”
The U.S.-India bilateral operations centered on division ways, a passing train, communications checks, and formation crusing, offering each navies the chance to work collectively to additional widespread maritime objectives.
Momsen is assigned to Commander, Activity Drive 71/Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 15. CTF 71/DESRON 15 is the Navy’s largest forward-deployed DESRON and the U.S. seventh Fleet’s principal floor drive. U.S. Navy’s seventh Fleet is the most important forward-deployed fleet and routinely operates and interacts with 35 maritime nations whereas conducting missions to protect and shield important regional partnerships.
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