India, April 8 -- INS Trikand, a frontline guided missile frigate of the Indian Navy, arrived at Mombasa on April 7 as part of its ongoing deployment in the South West Indian Ocean Region.

According to an official statement, the visit is aimed at strengthening maritime cooperation and deepening bilateral ties between India and Kenya.

The port call coincides with the visit of Krishna Swaminathan, Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief of the Western Naval Command, to Kenya.

During the visit, a series of professional, cultural and social engagements are planned. The Indian Navy will also hand over essential stores to the Kenya Defence Forces. In addition, the ship's Commanding Officer is scheduled to call on senior Kenyan government officials....