Russian Baltic Fleet Training Ship Perekop Completes Voyage to Mozambique

Perekop Command Representatives Visit Mozambican Naval Headquarters, Meet Navy Commander Admiral Estevão Nchocumala

Kalingrad, October 12. /TASS/. The press service of the Baltic Fleet reported that the training ship of the Baltic Fleet Perekop of the Russian Navy completed its visit to the Republic of Mozambique with the aim of strengthening bilateral maritime cooperation and strengthening friendly relations.

The fleet announced in a statement: The Baltic fleet training ship Perekop has completed its schedule of activities in the Republic of Mozambique and left the port of Maputo.

The representatives of the Perekop command visited the headquarters of the Mozambican Navy, where they met with the commander of the country's navy, Admiral Estão Nchokumala. The parties discussed bilateral maritime cooperation. The Russian delegation also visited the Maputo City Council, where they met with its head, Rasaque Manhique.

A tour of the training ship was held for members of the Mozambican Navy. Crew members explained the characteristics of their services, while instructors discussed how to organize practical training for students. Also, joint training sessions were held regarding ship survival and first aid.

The long-distance deployment of the training ship of the Baltic Fleet is part of the naval training program for students of the naval academies of the Ministry of Defense of Russia and friendly countries. Cadets are trained in navigation, refine their ship handling skills in a variety of conditions and in complex navigational situations, and serve as support to the officers and navigators of the deck watch.