{"id":35549,"date":"2025-07-14T13:10:39","date_gmt":"2025-07-14T07:40:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/?p=35549"},"modified":"2025-07-14T13:10:41","modified_gmt":"2025-07-14T07:40:41","slug":"india-japan-coast-guard-exercise","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-japan-coast-guard-exercise\/","title":{"rendered":"India Japan Coast Guard Exercise 2025: Jaa Mata Sea Drill Enhances Maritime Security in Indo-Pacific"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_84 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-japan-coast-guard-exercise\/#India_Japan_Coast_Guard_Exercise_2025_witnessed_the_%E2%80%98Jaa_Mata_sea_drill_in_Chennai_boosting_SAGAR-led_maritime_cooperation_and_Indo-Pacific_security_Know_its_strategic_exam-relevant_insights\" >India Japan Coast Guard Exercise 2025 witnessed the &#8216;Jaa Mata&#8217; sea drill in Chennai, boosting SAGAR-led maritime cooperation and Indo-Pacific security. Know its strategic, exam-relevant insights.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-japan-coast-guard-exercise\/#Japan_and_India_Coast_Guards_Begin_Sea_Exercise_in_Chennai_%F0%9F%8C%8A\" >Japan and India Coast Guards Begin Sea Exercise in Chennai \ud83c\udf0a<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-japan-coast-guard-exercise\/#Warm_Reception_and_Diplomatic_Protocols\" >Warm Reception and Diplomatic Protocols<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-japan-coast-guard-exercise\/#Operational_Engagements_in_Chennai\" >Operational Engagements in Chennai<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-japan-coast-guard-exercise\/#%E2%80%98Jaa_Mata_Sea_Exercise_and_Skill_Sharing\" >\u2018Jaa Mata\u2019 Sea Exercise and Skill Sharing<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-japan-coast-guard-exercise\/#Sea%E2%80%91Rider_Exchange_Initiative\" >Sea\u2011Rider Exchange Initiative<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-japan-coast-guard-exercise\/#Strategic_Significance_Future_Outlook\" >Strategic Significance &amp; Future Outlook<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-japan-coast-guard-exercise\/#Why_This_News_is_Important\" >Why This News is Important<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-japan-coast-guard-exercise\/#Enhancing_Maritime_Security_Capabilities\" >Enhancing Maritime Security Capabilities<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-japan-coast-guard-exercise\/#Strategic_Alignment_in_the_Indo%E2%80%91Pacific\" >Strategic Alignment in the Indo\u2011Pacific<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-japan-coast-guard-exercise\/#Strengthening_Bilateral_Defence_Ties\" >Strengthening Bilateral Defence Ties<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-japan-coast-guard-exercise\/#Professional_Exchange_Capacity_Building\" >Professional Exchange &amp; Capacity Building<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-japan-coast-guard-exercise\/#Validation_for_Future_Multilateral_Initiatives\" >Validation for Future Multilateral Initiatives<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-japan-coast-guard-exercise\/#Historical_Context_Indo%E2%80%91Japan_Maritime_Cooperation\" >Historical Context: Indo\u2011Japan Maritime Cooperation<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-japan-coast-guard-exercise\/#Key_Takeaways_from_%E2%80%9CJapan%E2%80%91India_Coast_Guard_Exercise_in_Chennai%E2%80%9D\" >Key Takeaways from \u201cJapan\u2011India Coast Guard Exercise in Chennai\u201d<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-japan-coast-guard-exercise\/#FAQs_Frequently_Asked_Questions\" >FAQs: Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-japan-coast-guard-exercise\/#1_What_is_the_name_of_the_Japan_Coast_Guard_Ship_that_visited_Chennai_in_July_2025\" >1. What is the name of the Japan Coast Guard Ship that visited Chennai in July 2025?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-japan-coast-guard-exercise\/#2_What_was_the_objective_of_the_%E2%80%98Jaa_Mata_sea_exercise\" >2. What was the objective of the \u2018Jaa Mata\u2019 sea exercise?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-japan-coast-guard-exercise\/#3_What_does_SAGAR_stand_for_in_Indias_maritime_strategy\" >3. What does SAGAR stand for in India\u2019s maritime strategy?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-japan-coast-guard-exercise\/#4_Which_Indian_maritime_doctrine_does_this_exercise_align_with\" >4. Which Indian maritime doctrine does this exercise align with?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-japan-coast-guard-exercise\/#5_When_was_the_MoC_Memorandum_of_Cooperation_between_India_and_Japan_Coast_Guards_signed\" >5. When was the MoC (Memorandum of Cooperation) between India and Japan Coast Guards signed?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-japan-coast-guard-exercise\/#6_How_long_did_the_Japanese_Coast_Guard_vessel_stay_in_Chennai\" >6. How long did the Japanese Coast Guard vessel stay in Chennai?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-japan-coast-guard-exercise\/#7_What_does_the_Sea_Rider_program_involve\" >7. What does the Sea Rider program involve?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-japan-coast-guard-exercise\/#8_How_is_this_news_relevant_for_exam_preparation\" >8. How is this news relevant for exam preparation?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-japan-coast-guard-exercise\/#Some_Important_Current_Affairs_Links\" >Some Important Current Affairs Links<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"India_Japan_Coast_Guard_Exercise_2025_witnessed_the_%E2%80%98Jaa_Mata_sea_drill_in_Chennai_boosting_SAGAR-led_maritime_cooperation_and_Indo-Pacific_security_Know_its_strategic_exam-relevant_insights\"><\/span><strong>India Japan Coast Guard Exercise 2025<\/strong> witnessed the &#8216;Jaa Mata&#8217; sea drill in Chennai, boosting SAGAR-led maritime cooperation and Indo-Pacific security. Know its strategic, exam-relevant insights.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Japan_and_India_Coast_Guards_Begin_Sea_Exercise_in_Chennai_%F0%9F%8C%8A\"><\/span>Japan and India Coast Guards Begin Sea Exercise in Chennai \ud83c\udf0a<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In a significant maritime collaboration, the Japan Coast Guard Ship <em>Itsukushima<\/em> docked at Chennai Port on <strong>July 7, 2025<\/strong>, for a six\u2011day joint training visit with the Indian Coast Guard (ICG) This deployment forms part of Japan\u2019s broader <strong>Global Ocean Voyage Training<\/strong> initiative, aimed at enhancing bilateral maritime cooperation and interoperability in the strategically vital <strong>Indo\u2011Pacific<\/strong> region.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Warm_Reception_and_Diplomatic_Protocols\"><\/span>Warm Reception and Diplomatic Protocols<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Led by Captain Naoki Mizoguchi, the JCG vessel was received with traditional honors by Indian officials Both sides conducted official courtesy calls, reciprocal ship visits, and participated in joint professional and cultural exchanges\u2014fostering goodwill and understanding between crews.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Operational_Engagements_in_Chennai\"><\/span>Operational Engagements in Chennai<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">During the port visit, activities included:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Bilateral dialogues between high\u2011ranking officers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Joint maritime drills onboard<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cultural events featuring yoga and sports<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Technical demonstration sessions <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Vice Admiral Hiroaki Kaosue of JCG met with ICG Director General Paramesh Sivamani and Additional DG Donny Michael, Eastern Seaboard, strengthening strategic ties<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E2%80%98Jaa_Mata_Sea_Exercise_and_Skill_Sharing\"><\/span>\u2018Jaa Mata\u2019 Sea Exercise and Skill Sharing<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">On <strong>July 12, 2025<\/strong>, the highlight of the visit\u2014the sea drill codenamed <strong>\u2018Jaa Mata\u2019<\/strong> (\u201csee you later\u201d)\u2014was conducted off Chennai coast, focusing on firefighting, boarding operations, station\u2011keeping drills, search\u2011and\u2011rescue, pollution response, and anti\u2011piracy protocols <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Sea%E2%80%91Rider_Exchange_Initiative\"><\/span>Sea\u2011Rider Exchange Initiative<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In a morale\u2011boosting gesture, four Indian Coast Guard officers joined the <em>Itsukushima<\/em> as Sea Riders on its onward voyage to Singapore  This exchange fosters deeper professional rapport and cross\u2011training.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Strategic_Significance_Future_Outlook\"><\/span>Strategic Significance &amp; Future Outlook<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This exercise reflects the Indo\u2011Japan cooperation rooted in the <strong>2006 Memorandum of Cooperation<\/strong> aligning with India\u2019s <strong>SAGAR<\/strong> (\u201cSecurity and Growth for All in the Region\u201d) doctrine and the <strong>Indo\u2011Pacific Oceans Initiative (IPOI)<\/strong> The visit is a step forward in maintaining a <strong>free, open, and rules\u2011based maritime order<\/strong> in the Indo\u2011Pacific.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\" id=\"India-Japan-coast-guard-exercise\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/currentaffairs.adda247.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/multisite\/sites\/5\/2025\/07\/10121635\/Japan-and-India-Coast-Guards-Begin-Sea-Exercise-in-Chennai.jpg\" alt=\"India Japan coast guard exercise\" title=\"India Japan coast guard exercise\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">India Japan coast guard exercise<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_This_News_is_Important\"><\/span>Why This News is Important<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Enhancing_Maritime_Security_Capabilities\"><\/span>Enhancing Maritime Security Capabilities<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This joint training strengthens interoperability between the Indian and Japanese Coast Guards, particularly in critical areas like search\u2011and\u2011rescue, anti\u2011piracy operations, and pollution control\u2014key topics in government exam syllabi under <strong>maritime security and regional cooperation<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Strategic_Alignment_in_the_Indo%E2%80%91Pacific\"><\/span>Strategic Alignment in the Indo\u2011Pacific<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Aligned with India\u2019s <strong>SAGAR<\/strong> vision and <strong>IPOI<\/strong>, and Japan\u2019s active Indo\u2011Pacific engagement, this collaboration underscores shared strategic goals. Aspirants studying <strong>international relations<\/strong>, <strong>foreign policy<\/strong>, and <strong>maritime security frameworks<\/strong> will find this relevant.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Strengthening_Bilateral_Defence_Ties\"><\/span>Strengthening Bilateral Defence Ties<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Building upon the 2006 defense MoU, this exercise deepens maritime collaboration, signaling commitment to regional stability\u2014a recurring theme in civil services and defense service exam preparation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Professional_Exchange_Capacity_Building\"><\/span>Professional Exchange &amp; Capacity Building<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Sea Riders exchange underscores a growing trend in bilateral capacity building through personnel exchange\u2014important for sections on <strong>defense cooperation<\/strong> and <strong>human resource diplomacy<\/strong> in exams.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Validation_for_Future_Multilateral_Initiatives\"><\/span>Validation for Future Multilateral Initiatives<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The successful conclusion of \u2018Jaa Mata\u2019 reinforces the potential for future <strong>multilateral maritime security exercises<\/strong>, supporting India\u2019s strategy to shape inclusive regional security cooperation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Historical_Context_Indo%E2%80%91Japan_Maritime_Cooperation\"><\/span>Historical Context: Indo\u2011Japan Maritime Cooperation<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>2006 MoC:<\/strong> India and Japan formalize cooperation between their coast guards, focusing on training, operations, and information sharing.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>SAGAR (2015):<\/strong> India\u2019s vision emphasizes a cooperative maritime domain with inclusive regional security.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>IPOI (2021):<\/strong> Launched jointly by PM Modi and PM Kishida, aiming for maritime infrastructure, ocean research, and capacity building in the Indo\u2011Pacific.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Past Naval Exercises:<\/strong> The two nations have collaborated in naval drills like <strong>Malabar<\/strong>, <strong>MPX<\/strong>, and <strong>Sahyog Kaijin<\/strong>, reinforcing defense partnership beyond coast guard engagements <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_Takeaways_from_%E2%80%9CJapan%E2%80%91India_Coast_Guard_Exercise_in_Chennai%E2%80%9D\"><\/span>Key Takeaways from \u201cJapan\u2011India Coast Guard Exercise in Chennai\u201d<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>S. No.<\/th><th>Key Takeaway<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>1<\/td><td><strong>JCG Ship <em>Itsukushima<\/em> visited Chennai (Jul 7\u201312, 2025)<\/strong> as part of Global Ocean Training.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>2<\/td><td><strong>\u2018Jaa Mata\u2019 exercise<\/strong> focused on boarding drills, search\u2011and\u2011rescue, anti\u2011pollution, reflecting high interoperability.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>3<\/td><td><strong>2006 MoC<\/strong> underpins coast guard cooperation, reinforcing strategic maritime partnership.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>4<\/td><td>Exercise aligns with <strong>India\u2019s SAGAR and IPOI<\/strong>, ensuring open, secure maritime domains in the Indo\u2011Pacific.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>5<\/td><td><strong>Sea Riders exchange<\/strong> saw ICG officers onboard Japanese ship to Singapore, boosting bilateral capacity building.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">India Japan coast guard exercise<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs_Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span><strong>FAQs: Frequently Asked Questions<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_What_is_the_name_of_the_Japan_Coast_Guard_Ship_that_visited_Chennai_in_July_2025\"><\/span>1. What is the name of the Japan Coast Guard Ship that visited Chennai in July 2025?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Answer:<\/strong> The ship is named <em>Itsukushima<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_What_was_the_objective_of_the_%E2%80%98Jaa_Mata_sea_exercise\"><\/span>2. What was the objective of the \u2018Jaa Mata\u2019 sea exercise?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Answer:<\/strong> The objective was to improve coordination in maritime operations like firefighting, boarding, pollution control, and search-and-rescue.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_What_does_SAGAR_stand_for_in_Indias_maritime_strategy\"><\/span>3. What does SAGAR stand for in India\u2019s maritime strategy?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Answer:<\/strong> SAGAR stands for <em>Security and Growth for All in the Region<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Which_Indian_maritime_doctrine_does_this_exercise_align_with\"><\/span>4. Which Indian maritime doctrine does this exercise align with?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Answer:<\/strong> The exercise aligns with <strong>SAGAR<\/strong> and the <strong>Indo-Pacific Oceans Initiative (IPOI)<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_When_was_the_MoC_Memorandum_of_Cooperation_between_India_and_Japan_Coast_Guards_signed\"><\/span>5. 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