Visakhapatnam: Marking a significant milestone in the growing defence cooperation between India and Greece, The maiden edition of the bilateral maritime exercise between the Indian Navy and the Hellenic Navy concluded recently in the Mediterranean Sea. Carried out in two phases, the event included a harbour phase at Salamis Naval Base, followed by the sea phase. These exercises not only validated the professional skills of both navies but also underscored their ability to operate jointly in challenging maritime scenarios. The successful conduct of the maiden bilateral exercise reflects the growing convergence of India and Greece on maritime security and cooperative engagement. Following the conclusion of the exercise, INS Trikand proceeded for the next phase of her deployment in the Mediterranean Sea.