Instead, turn them into a joint exercise in finding better ways to keep track of things - one that's discreetly aimed at others - and in exploring options together.

This was the fourth annual joint exercise, and the first where foreign vessels participated.

The ships are part of a permanent standby reaction force in the area and will also carry out live mine-disposal operations and joint exercises.

Together, we are improving the cybersecurity of critical infrastructure in both countries with joint exercises to enhance our defences.

In recent years, however, its militaries have expanded links to include joint exercises.