AIME-2026: second ASEAN-India Maritime Exercise at Subic Bay
Why in the news
The second edition of the ASEAN-India Maritime Exercise (AIME-2026) began at Subic Bay in the Philippines in late September 2026. Reports differ on the start date: 28 September in one and 30 September in another.
Key facts
- Venue: Subic Bay, Philippines.
- Indian ships: INS Sahyadri and INS Kulish.
- Theme: “Anchored in Trust, United at Sea”.
- The harbour phase includes expert exchanges, sports and community engagement; the sea phase has coordinated maritime serials.
- The exercise aims to improve mutual understanding, cooperation and interoperability between India and ASEAN navies.
- It advances the Act East Policy and the MAHASAGAR vision.
About AIME
The first AIME was held from 2 to 8 May 2023, with a harbour phase at Changi Naval Base, Singapore, and a sea phase in the South China Sea. India sent INS Satpura and INS Delhi, and all ASEAN navies took part.
| Edition | Venue | Indian ships |
|---|---|---|
| AIME-2023 (first) | Singapore | INS Satpura, INS Delhi |
| AIME-2026 (second) | Subic Bay, Philippines | INS Sahyadri, INS Kulish |
Exam angle
- Note the edition, venue and ship names.
- Link with Act East Policy and MAHASAGAR.