Indian Navy – The second of three Krivak-class frigates built in Russia for India was launched yesterday.

• The Hindu: INS Trishul launched in Russian waters

Australian and New Zealand Navies – A combined Australian and New Zealand defence force is being proposed as the most effective means of ensuring security in the region.

• NZPA: ANZAC defence force floated

Chinese Navy – Russia turned over to China the second of two Sovremenny class destroyers China has ordered from Russa.

• Associated Press: China takes delivery of Russian destroyer

South African Navy – SAS Protea is steaming to Gough Island to rescue 3 fisherman who have been stranded there for 7 days due to a fishing accident.

• Sunday Times of South Africa: MAYDAY: Navy’s frantic bid to save stranded fisherman.