The 30th edition of the MALABAR naval exercise with India, the United States, Japan and Australia is being held in Japan from 5 to 12 November 2026. India is represented by the stealth frigate INS Sahyadri.
WHAT HAPPENED
MALABAR 2026, the 30th edition of the exercise, began in Japan on 5 November 2026 and runs until 12 November. INS Sahyadri reached Yokosuka for the harbour phase.
KEY FACTS
- Participants: India, the United States, Japan and Australia (the Quad navies).
- Phases: a harbour phase followed by a sea phase.
- Indian ship: INS Sahyadri, a Shivalik-class stealth frigate.
EXAM ANGLE
MALABAR began in 1992 as a bilateral India-US exercise. Japan became a permanent participant in 2015 and Australia rejoined in 2020.
SOURCE AND DATE
News reports of 5 to 8 November 2026. Added to this collection on 9 November 2026.