The Islamic Republic of Iran Navy’s (IRIN) destroyer IRINS Jamaran actively participated in the AMAN 2025 multinational maritime exercise, held from February 7 to February 11, 2025, in the Arabian Sea. Hosted by the Pakistan Navy, the exercise convened naval forces from over 60 countries, fostering regional stability, maritime security, and enhanced naval cooperation.
IRINS Jamaran: A Symbol of Indigenous Naval Capability
The IRINS Jamaran, a Moudge-class destroyer, represents Iran’s advancements in domestic naval technology. Commissioned in 2010, it is Iran’s first indigenously built destroyer, designed for multi-role operations, including anti-air, anti-surface, and anti-submarine warfare.
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Key Features of IRINS Jamaran:
- Weapon Systems: Armed with a 76mm Fajr-27 naval gun, Noor anti-ship cruise missiles, Mehrab surface-to-air missiles, and torpedoes for anti-submarine warfare, ensuring a well-rounded defensive and offensive capability.
- Electronic Warfare & Surveillance: Equipped with advanced radar, fire-control systems, and electronic warfare suites, enhancing situational awareness and combat effectiveness.
- Aviation Capabilities: Features a helicopter deck, supporting SH-3 Sea King helicopters for anti-submarine warfare (ASW), reconnaissance, and search-and-rescue (SAR) missions.
- Specifications: With a displacement of 1,500 tons and a top speed of 30 knots, the Jamaran is optimized for coastal defense, escort missions, and regional patrol operations.
AMAN 2025: Strengthening Maritime Cooperation
Since its inception in 2007, the AMAN exercise series has evolved into a key platform for international naval collaboration, focusing on interoperability, maritime security, and countering shared threats such as piracy, smuggling, and terrorism.
Exercise Phases:
- Harbor Phase (Karachi): Involved strategic discussions, operational briefings, and joint planning sessions to enhance coordination among participating navies.
- Sea Phase (Arabian Sea): Featured live maritime interdiction operations, anti-piracy drills, SAR exercises, and fleet coordination maneuvers to enhance practical collaboration at sea.
AMAN Dialogue: A Strategic Forum for Regional Maritime Security
A key highlight of AMAN 2025 was the AMAN Dialogue, a high-level forum for discussions on regional maritime security, multilateral naval cooperation, and shared challenges in the Indian Ocean Region (IOR). Naval officials, defense strategists, and maritime experts deliberated on safeguarding global trade routes, ensuring freedom of navigation, and addressing emerging maritime threats.
The Iranian delegation reaffirmed its commitment to regional maritime stability, emphasizing the role of cooperative naval engagements in building trust and enhancing security in the Persian Gulf and beyond. Iran’s participation in AMAN 2025 underscored its interest in constructive naval diplomacy and multilateral security cooperation to address global maritime challenges.
