A joint exercise between the United States Coast Guard (USCG) and the Indian Coast Guard (ICG) named ‘Sea Defenders-2024’ marks a significant step in enhancing bilateral cooperation.
Arrival and Details of the USCGC Bertholf
- The USCG ship Bertholf arrived at Port Blair for the joint exercise.
- Equipped with advanced technology and weaponry including a helicopter landing pad, sensors, and communication equipment.
- Serves operational functions for law enforcement, defense, and national security missions.
Significance of the Visit
- The visit of USCGC Bertholf from California to India demonstrates a shared commitment to upholding maritime norms in the Indo-Pacific region.
Details of Sea Defenders-2024 Exercise
- Scheduled for March 9-10 off the coast of Port Blair.
- Focuses on maritime piracy, asymmetric threats, and emergency readiness.
- Includes simulated drone attacks, maritime search and rescue operations, firefighting, pollution response, and counter-drug exercises.
Statements on Cooperation
- Emphasizes international cooperation in addressing maritime challenges.
- Highlights the longstanding partnership between Indian Coast Guard and US Coast Guard.
Past Joint Ventures
- Mentions past engagements in training, exercises, and cooperative measures between the two Coast Guards.
Multiple-Choice Questions (MCQs):
- Where did the USCG ship Bertholf arrive for a joint exercise with the Indian Coast Guard?
- A) Mumbai
- B) Port Blair
- C) Chennai
- D) Kolkata
- Answer: B) Port Blair
- Which exercise is scheduled to take place between USCG and ICG?
- A) Sea Protectors-2024
- B) Sea Defenders-2024
- C) Ocean Guardians-2024
- D) Maritime Sentinels-2024
- Answer: B) Sea Defenders-2024
- What is the main focus of the Sea Defenders-2024 exercise?
- A) Land-based warfare
- B) Airborne combat
- C) Maritime piracy and asymmetric threats
- D) Cybersecurity threats
- Answer: C) Maritime piracy and asymmetric threats
- What does the USCGC Bertholf’s visit to India reflect?
- A) Commitment to aerospace research
- B) Interest in cultural exchange
- C) Shared commitment to upholding maritime norms
- D) Desire for territorial expansion
- Answer: C) Shared commitment to upholding maritime norms
- What does the statement emphasize regarding past engagements between the Indian Coast Guard and US Coast Guard?
- A) Focus on competitive strategies
- B) Emphasis on solo operations
- C) Inclination towards isolationism
- D) Engagement in training, exercises, and cooperative measures
- Answer: D) Engagement in training, exercises, and cooperative measures