Expanding its naval fleet, Indonesia will be domestically building two French-origin Scorpene submarines at the largest shipyard in the country. &nbsp;A total of 14 diesel-electric Scorpene attack submarines are in various stages of construction or already operational with the Navies of India (six submarines), Brazil (four), Malaysia and Chile (two each).

Scorpene is a modern and stealthy submarine, which is both oceangoing and also designed for shallow water operations. It can undertake a whole gamut of missions such as anti-surface and anti-submarine warfare, special operations, and intelligence gathering.

Extremely stealthy&nbsp;and fast, it has a level of operating automation that allows for a limited&nbsp;crew, which reduces its operating costs significantly. Its combat edge is highlighted by the fact that it has 6 weapon launching tubes, and 18 weapons (torpedoes, missiles).

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In accordance with the Defence Cooperation Agreement signed between the governments of France and Indonesia in August 2021, the Indonesian authorities had chosen France's Naval Group and the domestic firm PT PAL for their submarine programme.

The two companies had joined forces through a Strategic Partnership Agreement (SPA) signed in February 2022 and it will involve a 100 per cent Transfer of Technology from the French firm Naval Group to Indonesia's Government-owned shipbuilder PT-PAL.

The contract includes the delivery of two Scorpene Evolved Full Lithium-ion Battery submarines that will be built in Indonesia within the PT PAL shipyard, thanks to a proven transfer of know-how and technology from Naval Group, and reusing 100 per cent&nbsp;of PT PAL assets.

"In addition to the submarines, our strategic partnership with PT PAL will also support the Indonesian defence industry to actively prepare the future of naval warfare in the country. We are pleased to welcome the Indonesian Navy in the Scorpene family”, said Pierre Éric Pommellet, Chairman and CEO of Naval Group.

Naval Group and PT PAL have an intention of pursuing cooperation not only regarding submarines but also about building Indonesian sovereignty to the benefit of the country's defence industry.

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Expanding its naval fleet, Indonesia will be domestically building two French-origin Scorpene submarines at the largest shipyard in the country. A total of 14 diesel-electric Scorpene attack submarines are in various stages of construction or already operational with the Navies of India (six submarines), Brazil (four), Malaysia and Chile (two each).

Expanding its naval fleet, Indonesia will be domestically building two French-origin Scorpene submarines at the largest shipyard in the country. A total of 14 diesel-electric Scorpene attack submarines are in various stages of construction or already operational with the Navies of India (six submarines), Brazil (four), Malaysia and Chile (two each). Scorpene is a modern and stealthy submarine, which is both oceangoing and also designed for shallow water operations. It can undertake a whole gamut of missions such as anti-surface and anti-submarine warfare, special operations, and intelligence gathering. Extremely stealthy and fast, it has a level of operating automation that allows for a limited crew, which reduces its operating costs significantly. Its combat edge is highlighted by the fact that it has 6 weapon launching tubes, and 18 weapons (torpedoes, missiles). In accordance with the Defence Cooperation Agreement signed between the governments of France and Indonesia in August 2021, the Indonesian authorities had chosen France's Naval Group and the domestic firm PT PAL for their submarine programme. The two companies had joined forces through a Strategic Partnership Agreement (SPA) signed in February 2022 and it will involve a 100 per cent Transfer of Technology from the French firm Naval Group to Indonesia's Government-owned shipbuilder PT-PAL. The contract includes the delivery of two Scorpene Evolved Full Lithium-ion Battery submarines that will be built in Indonesia within the PT PAL shipyard, thanks to a proven transfer of know-how and technology from Naval Group, and reusing 100 per cent of PT PAL assets. "In addition to the submarines, our strategic partnership with PT PAL will also support the Indonesian defence industry to actively prepare the future of naval warfare in the country. We are pleased to welcome the Indonesian Navy in the Scorpene family”, said Pierre Éric Pommellet, Chairman and CEO of Naval Group. Naval Group and PT PAL have an intention of pursuing cooperation not only regarding submarines but also about building Indonesian sovereignty to the benefit of the country's defence industry.

Indonesia to enhance naval might with two French-origin Scorpene submarines

Russia's army chief defined joint naval exercises between Chinese and Russian vessels on Thursday as a reaction to the increasingly aggressive US military stance in the Asia-Pacific area.

"This cooperation is a natural reaction to the aggressive build-up of US military potential in the region... The exercises we are conducting are in strict accordance with international law," Valery Gerasimov said in a briefing.

In order to enhance naval cooperation, Russia declared that it will send six warships to engage in war simulations from December 21 to December 27 off the coast of China.

"The purpose of these events is to increase the combat readiness of the troops and forces of the two countries and the ability to withstand new challenges and threats," Gerasimov said in a briefing with foreign military representatives.

The exercises, according to the defence ministry, will entail live fire drills using artillery and missiles as well as practising techniques for dealing with submarines.

"We are not going to create any alliances and new dividing lines in the region, like Washington has," Gerasimov added Thursday.

The exercises, as stated by the defence ministry, will entail live fire drills using artillery and missiles as well as practising techniques for dealing with submarines.

(With inputs from agencies)

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Russia's army chief defined joint naval exercises between Chinese and Russian vessels on Thursday as a reaction to the increasingly aggressive US military stance in the Asia-Pacific area.

Russia's army chief defined joint naval exercises between Chinese and Russian vessels on Thursday as a reaction to the increasingly aggressive US military stance in the Asia-Pacific area. "This cooperation is a natural reaction to the aggressive build-up of US military potential in the region... The exercises we are conducting are in strict accordance with international law," Valery Gerasimov said in a briefing. In order to enhance naval cooperation, Russia declared that it will send six warships to engage in war simulations from December 21 to December 27 off the coast of China. "The purpose of these events is to increase the combat readiness of the troops and forces of the two countries and the ability to withstand new challenges and threats," Gerasimov said in a briefing with foreign military representatives. The exercises, according to the defence ministry, will entail live fire drills using artillery and missiles as well as practising techniques for dealing with submarines. "We are not going to create any alliances and new dividing lines in the region, like Washington has," Gerasimov added Thursday. The exercises, as stated by the defence ministry, will entail live fire drills using artillery and missiles as well as practising techniques for dealing with submarines. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

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Turkey announced it would conduct a live fire naval exercise off the coast on Cyprus between Saturday and Monday despite the looming threat of EU sanctions.

Turkey is at loggerheads with Greece and Cyprus over hydrocarbon resources and naval influence in the eastern Mediterranean, sparking fears of more severe conflict.

In a message on NAVTEX, the international maritime navigational telex system, Turkey said on Friday there would be a gunnery exercise off the coast of Sadrazamkoy in northern Cyprus.

The announcement comes after southern European leaders warned on Thursday they were ready to back EU sanctions against Turkey if Ankara shunned dialogue.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/mediterranean-crisis-greece-turkey-agree-de-escalation-talks-says-nato-325103">Also read|&nbsp;Mediterranean crisis: Greece, Turkey agree de-escalation talks says NATO</a>

The issue will be discussed again at a EU summit on 24-25 September.

Tensions escalated after Turkey sent the Oruc Reis seismic research vessel and a small navy flotilla to waters claimed by Greece on August 10.

Greece then responded by shadowing the Turkish ships and staging naval exercises with several EU allies and the United Arab Emirates in its own show of force.

The Oruc Reis is supposed to remain in the disputed waters until Saturday.

Turkey announced it would conduct a live fire naval exercise off the coast on Cyprus between Saturday and Monday despite the looming threat of EU sanctions. Turkey is at loggerheads with Greece and Cyprus over hydrocarbon resources and naval influence in the eastern Mediterranean, sparking fears of more severe conflict.

Turkey announced it would conduct a live fire naval exercise off the coast on Cyprus between Saturday and Monday despite the looming threat of EU sanctions. Turkey is at loggerheads with Greece and Cyprus over hydrocarbon resources and naval influence in the eastern Mediterranean, sparking fears of more severe conflict. In a message on NAVTEX, the international maritime navigational telex system, Turkey said on Friday there would be a gunnery exercise off the coast of Sadrazamkoy in northern Cyprus. The announcement comes after southern European leaders warned on Thursday they were ready to back EU sanctions against Turkey if Ankara shunned dialogue. Also read| Mediterranean crisis: Greece, Turkey agree de-escalation talks says NATO The issue will be discussed again at a EU summit on 24-25 September. Tensions escalated after Turkey sent the Oruc Reis seismic research vessel and a small navy flotilla to waters claimed by Greece on August 10. Greece then responded by shadowing the Turkish ships and staging naval exercises with several EU allies and the United Arab Emirates in its own show of force. The Oruc Reis is supposed to remain in the disputed waters until Saturday.

Turkey to conduct naval exercises off Cyprus coast

A series of multinational naval activities started in Qingdao and nearby waters in east China's Shandong Province on Monday to celebrate the 70th founding anniversary of the Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) Navy.

Multinational naval activities start in Qingdao for Chinese navy anniversary

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