:Exercise Komodo

{{Short description|Biannual international naval exercise hosted by the Indonesian Navy}}

File:JS Ise (DDH 182) approaching USNS Charles Drew (T-AKE-10) for replenishment-at-sea 160419-N-IX266-031.jpg

KOMODO or Multilateral Naval Exercise KOMODO (MNEK) is a military exercise hosted and conducted by the Indonesian Navy (TNI-AL).{{Cite web|url=https://www.pacom.mil/Media/News/News-Article-View/Article/1512937/us-navy-joins-30-plus-nations-for-multinational-exercise-komodo/|title=US Navy joins 30-plus nations for multinational Exercise Komodo|website=PACOM.mil|publisher=U.S. Indo-Pacific Command|date= |access-date=2021-06-23}} It is biannually held between the Indian Ocean and the Pacific Ocean. The first KOMODO was held in 2014, around Batam.{{Cite journal|last=Wenas Inkiriwang|first=Frega|date=2021-05-05|title=Multilateral naval Exercise Komodo: enhancing Indonesia's multilateral defence diplomacy?|journal=Journal of Current Southeast Asian Affairs|volume=40|issue=3|pages=418–435|doi=10.1177/18681034211008905|issn=1868-1034|doi-access=free}}

Its aims are to enhance facilitating multilateral engagement with greater international partners. Four exercises have taken place: 2014, 2016, 2018,2023 and the latest was held in 2025.

History

MNEK 2014(1st)

The first MNEK exercise consists of a total of 18 countries and took place around Batam, Natuna and Anambas area.{{Cite web|last= |url=https://en.antaranews.com/news/92089/40-indonesian-military-vessels-to-join-komodo-naval-excercise|title=40 Indonesian military vessels to join Komodo naval exercise|website=Antara News|date= 6 January 2014|access-date=2021-06-24}} Australia withdrew from the exercise due to political reasons.{{Cite web|last=Naim|first=Jannatun|date=16 January 2014|url=https://en.antaranews.com/news/92225/australias-participation-in-mne-komodo-cancelled|title=Australia's participation in MNE Komodo cancelled|website=Antara News|access-date=2021-06-24}}

;MNEK 2014 participating vessels

{{JS|Akebono|DD-108}}
{{BRP|Ramon Alcaraz|PS-16}}
{{KDB|Darulehsan|07}}
{{INS|Sukanya|P50}}
Khánh Hòa-01 (HQ-561){{Cite web|date=2014-04-02|title=Naval Exercise Komodo 2014 improves ASEAN naval cooperation|url=https://vovworld.vn/en-US/content/MTY4Nzc2.vov|website=The Voice of Vietnam|access-date=2021-06-24}}
Changbai Shan (989)
{{KRI|Dr. Soeharso|990}}
{{KRI|Tanjung Nusanive|973}}
{{KRI|Tanjung Kambani|971}}
{{KRI|Soputan|923}}
{{KRI|Arun|903}}
{{KRI|Alamang|644}}
{{KRI|Makassar|590}}
{{KRI|Teluk Cirebon|543}}
{{KRI|Teluk Parigi|539}}
{{KRI|Teluk Hading|538}}
{{KRI|Teluk Banten|516}}
{{KRI|Pati Unus|384}}
{{KRI|Imam Bonjol|383}}
{{KRI|Sultan Iskandar Muda|367}}
{{KRI|Sultan Hasanuddin|366}}
{{KRI|Yos Sudarso|353}}
KAL Bireuen (II-1-63)
KAL Kumai (I-6-58)
KAL Antasena (1)

MNEK 2016 (2nd)

The second MNEK lasted from 9 to 16 April 2016. Alongside the exercise, an International Fleet Review was also hosted at Padang, Indonesia. This particular exercise consists of 36 countries.{{Cite web|title=Komodo Exercise 35 Negara Hebohkan Sumatera Barat|url=https://www.borneonews.co.id/berita/30695-komodo-exercise-35-negara-hebohkan-sumatera-barat|access-date=2021-06-24|website=BorneoNews.co.id|language=en}}{{Cite web|last=spedaonthel|date=2016-04-12|title=[Unjuk Kekuatan] Indonesia Pimpin Latihan Perang "Komodo 2016" Yang Terdiri Dari 36 Negara!|url=https://indocropcircles.wordpress.com/2016/04/12/unjuk-kekuatan-indonesia-pimpin-latihan-perang-komodo-2016-yang-terdiri-dari-36-negara/|access-date=2021-06-24|website=Mysterious Thing • Conspiracy • Controversy • UFO & Alien • Archeology • Science • Universe •|language=id}}

;MNEK 2016 participating vessels

USS Stockdale (DDG-106){{Cite web|title=Multilateral Naval Exercise Komodo 2016 begins in Indonesia|url=https://www.naval-technology.com/uncategorised/newsmultilateral-naval-exercise-komodo-2016-begins-in-indonesia-4863727/|access-date=2021-06-23|website=www.naval-technology.com}}
{{JS|Ise|DDH-182}}
{{KDB|Daruttaqwa|09}}
{{RSS|Tenacious|71}}
Khánh Hòa-01 (HQ-561)
{{INS|Sumedha|P58}}{{Cite web|title=Exercise KOMODO-16 and International Fleet Review at Padang, Indonesia|url=https://www.indiannavy.nic.in/content/exercise-komodo-16-and-international-fleet-review-padang-indonesia|website=IndianNavy.nic.in|publisher=Indian Navy|date= |access-date=2021-06-23}}
HTMS Narathiwat (OPV-512)
{{KRI|Halasan|630}}
{{KRI|Makassar|590}}
{{KRI|Teuku Umar|385}}
{{KRI|Pati Unus|384}}
{{KRI|Cut Nyak Dien|375}}
{{KRI|Frans Kaisiepo|368}}
{{KRI|Oswald Siahaan|354}}
{{KRI|Yos Sudarso|353}}
{{KRI|Slamet Riyadi|352}}
KD Mahawangsa (1504)
KD Kelantan (F175){{Cite web|title=Padang Indonesia April 16 2016 Kd stock photo 1057854518|url=https://www.shutterstock.com/image-photo/padang-indonesia-april-16-2016-kd-1057854518|access-date=2021-06-23|website=Shutterstock.com}}
BNS Somudra Avijan (F29){{Cite web|date=2016-04-11|title=GALLERY: Warships gather for Indonesian naval exercise Komodo 2016|url=https://www.navaltoday.com/2016/04/11/gallery-warships-gather-for-indonesian-naval-exercise-komodo-2016/|access-date=2021-06-23|website=Naval Today|language=en-US}}
SNLS Samadura (P261){{Cite web|title=SLNS Samudura leaves for Indonesia to take part in Exercise Komodo-2016|url=https://www.hirunews.lk/english/130675/slns-samudura-leaves-for-indonesia-to-take-part-in-exercise-komodo-2016|access-date=2021-06-23|website=Hiru News|language=en}}
Vendémiaire (734)
Admiral Vinogradov (572)
Weifang (550){{citation needed|date=June 2021}}
Changxingdao (861)

MNEK 2018 (3rd)

The third MNEK exercise began on 4 May and lasted until 9 May 2018 around Lombok Island. Indonesia claimed that it was the largest iteration of MNEK, with 43 countries participating: with China and India participating.{{Cite web|last=Parameswaran|first=Prashanth|title=Exercise Komodo 2018 puts Indonesia Navy in the spotlight|url=https://thediplomat.com/2018/05/exercise-komodo-2018-puts-indonesia-navy-in-the-spotlight/|website=TheDiplomat.com|access-date=2021-06-23}} Alongside the exercise, an International Fleet Review was also hosted.

;MNEK 2018 participating vessels

Liuzhou (573)
Changsha (173)
{{USNS|Millinocket|T-EPF-3}}{{Cite web|title=U.S. Navy joins 30-plus nations for Multinational Exercise Komodo|url=https://www.c7f.navy.mil/Media/News/Display/Article/1512047/us-navy-joins-30-plus-nations-for-multinational-exercise-komodo/|access-date=2021-06-23|website=Commander, U.S. 7th Fleet}}
Perekop (310)
{{JS|Ōsumi}}{{Cite web|date=2018-05-01|title=JS Osumi: 'Pesaing' Mistral Class dalam Multilateral Naval Exercise Komodo 2018|url=https://www.indomiliter.com/js-osumi-pesaing-mistral-class-dalam-multilateral-naval-exercise-komodo-2018/|access-date=2021-06-23|website=Indomiliter.com}}
Dixmude (L9015)
Surcouf (F711)
{{HMAS|Anzac|FFH 150}}
HTMS Krabi (OPV-551)
Khánh Hòa-01 (HQ-561){{Cite web|last=VietnamPlus|date=2018-05-03|title=Indonesia to host Multilateral Naval Exercise Komodo {{!}} World {{!}} Vietnam+ (VietnamPlus)|url=https://en.vietnamplus.vn/indonesia-to-host-multilateral-naval-exercise-komodo/130496.vnp|access-date=2021-06-23|website=VietnamPlus|language=en}}
KD Baung (3509)
{{KRI|Dr. Soeharso|990}}
KRI Cakalang (852)
KRI Sidat (851)
KRI Tongkol (813)
KRI Kakap (811)
KRI Pandrong (801)
{{KRI|Kujang|642}}
{{KRI|Clurit|641}}
KRI Barakuda (633)
{{KRI|Banjarmasin|592}}
{{KRI|Makassar|590}}
KRI Ki Hajar Dewantara (364)
{{KRI|Fatahillah|361}}
{{KRI|Yos Sudarso|353}}
{{KRI|Ahmad Yani|351}}
{{KRI|I Gusti Ngurah Rai|332}}
{{BRP|General Mariano Alvarez|PS-38}}
{{BRP|Gregorio del Pilar|PS-15}}
{{RSS|Formidable|68}}
SLNS Sagara (P-622){{Cite web|title=SLNS Sagara leaves for Indonesia to attend Exercise Komodo|url=https://www.news.lk/news/sports-travel/item/20277-slns-sagara-leaves-for-indonesia-to-attend-exercise-komodo|access-date=2021-06-23|website=News.lk|language=en-gb}}

MNEK 2023 (4th)

The fourth MNEK exercise consisted of a total of 36 countries, and took place in Makassar with theme of 'Partnership to recover and to rise stronger'.{{Citation needed|date=May 2024}}

;MNEK 2023 participating Countries:

==MNEK 2025 (5th)==

38 nations join Indonesia for Komodo 2025 naval exercise in Bali

Indonesian Navy Chief of Staff Admiral Muhammad Ali during a press statement in the 5th Multilateral Naval Exercise Komodo 2025 (MNEK) in Tanjung Benoa Waters, Bali, on Sunday (February 16, 2025)

Indonesian Navy Chief of Staff Admiral Muhammad Ali announced that 38 countries and 19 foreign warships participated in the 5th Multilateral Naval Exercise Komodo 2025 (MNEK) in Tanjung Benoa Waters, Bali, on Sunday.

During the opening ceremony, Ali expressed his hope that the exercise would prioritize natural disaster mitigation and humanitarian assistance/disaster relief, as well as addressing joint maritime threats in non-warfighting scenarios.

"Nineteen foreign warships are present, along with 17 Indonesian warships, ranging from the Indonesian Coast Guard and Marine Police Corps to fishing vessels, all joining this exercise," he stated.

Seven helicopters and three Maritime Patrol Aircraft (MPA) also participated in the joint exercise, themed "Maritime Partnership For Peace and Stability."

In addition to the at-sea training, Ali said the Indonesian Navy would conduct various activities, including the Engineering Civic Action Program (ENCAP), a humanitarian program involving the construction of public facilities such as roads and places of worship in Antiga Kelod village, Karangasem District, Bali.

This will be followed by other humanitarian activities, such as the Medical Civic Action Program (MEDCAP), a community health service program that includes comprehensive health checks, dental health checks, mass circumcisions, blood donations, and minor medical surgeries on the KRI dr. Wahidin Sudiro Husodo-991 (KRI WSH-991), docked at Tanah Ampo Pier, Karangasem District, on February 17.

Dozens of participating countries will also attend the 6th International Maritime Security Symposium (IMSS) on February 17, the largest symposium event held by the Indonesian Navy.

This symposium provides a forum for participants and delegates to discuss the latest regional and global maritime issues from various aspects and perspectives.

The 5th Multilateral Naval Exercise Komodo (MNEK) also includes an environmental conservation and coastal abrasion prevention program, featuring mangrove tree planting in the I Gusti Ngurah Rai Forest Park Area, the release of turtle hatchlings at Peninsula Beach, Nusa Dua, Bali, and a beach cleanup at Mertasari Sanur Beach.

https://en.antaranews.com/news/345101/38-nations-join-indonesia-for-komodo-2025-naval-exercise-in-bali

Participating Countries :