Samudra Laksamana 2026: 4th India–Malaysia Naval Exercise at Lumut
Why in the news
India and Malaysia held the fourth round of their two-nation naval drill, Samudra Laksamana 2026, in Malaysia.
Key facts
- Edition: 4th; venue: Lumut, Malaysia.
- Objective: better maritime cooperation, interoperability and operational coordination.
- Malaysian Navy ships: KD Lekir and KD Gagah Sam.
| Phase | What happened |
|---|---|
| Harbour Phase | Professional discussions and exchanges |
| Sea Phase | Joint maritime activities and training |
Exam angle
- Exercise name: Samudra Laksamana (bilateral, India and Malaysia).
- Location this time: Lumut, Malaysia.
- Two-part format: Harbour Phase then Sea Phase.