IMDEX Asia 2025

09.05.2025

IMDEX Asia 2025

Why in the news?   

INS Kiltan, an Indian Naval Ship, arrived in Singapore to participate in IMDEX Asia 2025, held at the Changi Exhibition Centre.

About IMDEX (International Maritime Defence Exhibition):

• IMDEX Asia is a premier maritime and defence exhibition in the Asia-Pacific region, held biennially in Singapore since its inception in 1997.
• It serves as a global platform for navies, coast guards, and maritime defence industries to:
  • Showcase naval platforms and systems
  • Debut cutting-edge maritime technologies
  • Engage in high-level policy and strategic dialogue
• The International Maritime Security Conference (IMSC) is a key part of IMDEX.
  • It was established in 2009.
  • Jointly organised by the Republic of Singapore Navy (RSN) and the Rajaratnam School of International Studies (RSIS).
  • It brings together navy chiefs, coast guard heads, policymakers, strategic analysts, and maritime stakeholders.
  • The conference focuses on enhancing mutual security, maritime domain awareness, and cooperative solutions for challenges in the global maritime commons.

                               Source: PIB

Consider the following statements with reference to IMDEX Asia 2025:

Statement-I: IMDEX Asia is a premier maritime and defence exhibition in the Asia-Arctic  region.

Statement-II: It has been held biennially in Singapore since its inception in 1997.

Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?

A.Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct, and Statement-II is the correct explanation for Statement-I.

B.Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct, and Statement-II is not the correct explanation for Statement-I.

C.Statement-I is correct, but Statement-II is incorrect.

D.Statement-I is incorrect, but Statement-II is correct.

Answer D