Russia and Myanmar Launch MARUMEX 2025 Naval Drills in the Andaman Sea
The two-day drills highlight a broader Pacific Fleet deployment through Southeast Asia.
Overview
- The naval stage runs Nov. 13–14 in the Andaman Sea following an opening ceremony at Thilawa Port in Yangon.
- Russia’s Pacific Fleet is participating with frigate Marshal Shaposhnikov, corvette Gremyashchy and fleet oiler Boris Butoma.
- Myanmar has sent UMS Moattama, the frigate Kyansittha, the corvette Tabinshwehti and the submarine Minye Theinkhathu.
- Planned events include joint maneuvering control, submarine search and tracking, gunnery and torpedo drills, and simulated vessel recovery from pirates, with officials emphasizing cooperation and civilian navigation security.
- The engagement follows port visits in Vietnam, Thailand and Indonesia during the fleet’s ongoing regional deployment.