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English: The sea phase of MILAN 22 commenced with a series of exercises to enhance interoperability amongst the participating Navies. The first two days of exercises at sea included complex Anti-Air Warfare drills with US P8A aircraft shepherding a strike of Indian fighter aircraft on a formation of warships of the participating navies. Additionally, weapon firings against low flying air targets were conducted. Both air targets were shot down during the exercise, reflecting the proficiency of the crews and high levels of interoperability. During helicopter operations, cross deck landing operations were carried out between ships of different countries. Ships from participating countries also exercised for replenishment at sea with an Indian naval tanker which requires precise manoeuvring and seamanship skills. The upcoming days would witness an increase in the complexity of exercises. Some of the major events scheduled include underway replenishment, advanced anti-submarine exercises with participation by aircraft, surface target