RI, Malaysian navies hold joint exercise

RI, Malaysian navies hold joint exercise

BATAM, Riau Islands: The navies of Indonesia and Malaysia are
holding a coordinated patrol in waters off Riau Islands as part
of their joint efforts to combat terrorism in the Strait of
Malacca.

Around 560 personnel and eight warships belonging to the two
navies will be involved in the five-day annual exercise, which
will conclude on Friday.

Indonesian Navy Western Fleet chief of staff Commodore
Moekhlas Sidiq said the two navies would improve their
capabilities in combating sea crimes, including terrorist attacks
that could target vessels passing through one of the world's most
busiest waterways.

The Malaysian navy has deployed KD Jebat, KD Mahawangsa, KD
Perdana and KD Mustary warships for the joint exercise. -- JP