A secret briefing note for Canada’s defense minister revealed that Canadian military officials don’t think China’s sole aircraft carrier Liaoning is much of a threat to anyone.
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Category: Navy
Indian Navy inducts Dhruv
The Indian Navy has inducted the Dhruv Advanced Light Helicopter into service under INAS 322. The helicopter’s primary mission will be search and rescue.
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Karwar will be INS Vikramaditya’s home port
A senior Indian Navy official says aircraft carrier INS Vikramaditya will be stationed at Karwar naval base.
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Two VP-26 P-3s assisting in search and rescue efforts in Philippines
Two P-3s from VP-26, on rotation to Japan, have been deployed to Philippines where they will assist in search and rescue efforts.
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George Washington Carrier Strike Group diverted to Philippines
U.S. Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel ordered the George Washington Carrier Strike Group “to make best speed” to Philippines to provide humanitarian assistance and disaster support.
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