The Indian Navy and the Republic of Singapore Navy have successfully concluded the 32nd edition of their annual maritime exercise, SIMBEX 2025, held from July 28 to August 1 in the South China Sea. This exercise, celebrating 60 years of diplomatic relations, involved complex warfare scenarios, including gunnery and air-defense drills, highlighting the deepening bilateral ties and shared maritime security interests. The event showcased the participation of various naval assets, including the Shivalik-class frigate INS Satpura, enhancing operational competencies and fostering people-to-people connections. Overall, SIMBEX reinforces India’s commitment to strengthening regional maritime cooperation and security through collaborative exercises with strategic partners.