Seventh Edition of the bilateral Japan-India Maritime Exercise 2023 (JIMEX 23)

Current Context: JIMEX 23 exercise is a bilateral maritime exercise between the Indian Navy and the Japan Maritime Self Defence Force (JMSDF) that aims to enhance interoperability and cooperation in the region.

• The seventh edition of JIMEX 23 was hosted by the Indian Navy at/ off Visakhapatnam from 05 -10 July 2023.
• It involved advanced-level exercises in surface, sub-surface, and air domains, along with the participation of ships, submarines, fighter aircraft, and maritime patrol aircraft.
• JIMEX 23 marked a significant milestone in strengthening the naval ties between India and Japan.

Question:

Q.1 What is the name of the bilateral maritime exercise between India and Japan?
a. JIMEX 23
b. MALABAR 23
c. SIMBEX 23
d. INDRA 23