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The regional neighbours have engaged in joint maritime patrol training in a bid to strengthen their security partnership.
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The Royal Australian Navy and the Indonesian Navy (TNI-AL) have wrapped up a coordinated five-day maritime patrol exercise as part of the eleventh iteration of AUSINDO CORPAT.
Armidale Class patrol boat HMAS Ararat and TNI-AL vessels KRI Kerapu and KRI Sura rendezvoused in waters between Australia and Indonesia, teaming up in drills focused on countering illegal fishing activities.
Commander of the Australian Fleet, Rear Admiral Mark Hammond, said the exercise was a demonstration of Australia’s commitment to fostering peace and stability in the region through co-operation with neighbours.
“Indonesia is an essential partner for Australia. We share security challenges and a firm commitment to a rules-based maritime order, underpinned by adherence to international law,” RADM Hammond said.
“AUSINDO CORPAT tested and proved our shared mariner skills, techniques and procedures and refined our ability to work together in cooperative maritime surveillance, security and interdiction.
“By working together, we improve regional maritime security and promote a stable, inclusive and resilient region based on international law.”
The contactless maritime patrol exercise was conducted in accordance with COVID-19 protocols.
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