Which Indian Navy vessel participated in the PASSEX

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The Indian Navy's stealth frigate INS Tarkash participated in a PASSEX (Passing Exercise) with the Royal New Zealand Navy's Anzac-class frigate Te Kaha in the Gulf of Aden. This exercise marked the conclusion of the New Zealand-led CTF 150 Joint Focused Operation ANZAC Tiger (March 27 - April 4, 2025), a Combined Maritime Forces (CMF) operation in which INS Tarkash was mission deployed. The PASSEX involved various interoperability drills, including cross-deck landings, cross boarding, Sea Rider exchanges, and tactical maneuvers, all integrated with communication procedure exercises. This provided a valuable opportunity for both navies to exchange best practices, strengthen bilateral maritime cooperation, and enhance interoperability.