Rajnath Singh conducted bilateral meetings with the Defence Ministers of Tanzania, Zambia, and Algeria, focusing on enhancing defense cooperation. Plans for the Africa-India Maritime Exercise in 2025 and collaborative efforts in UN peacekeeping were major discussion points. The meetings aimed to formalize defense agreements and highlighted upcoming events like Aero India.
Rajnath Singh held bilateral meetings with the Defence Ministers of Tanzania, Zambia, and Algeria, emphasizing cooperation in military matters. Both parties expressed enthusiasm for the upcoming Africa-India Maritime Exercise scheduled for April 2025. In discussions with Algeria’s Minister Delegate to the Minister of National Defence, they explored further defense collaboration and the potential establishment of a Joint Commission in the Military Field to reinforce existing Memorandums of Understanding.
During his engagement with Zambia’s Defence Minister, there was a consensus to bolster bilateral defence cooperation. The two leaders particularly focused on enhancing capacity building and cooperating in UN peacekeeping operations. They also agreed to hasten the finalization of the Terms of Reference for a Joint Defence Cooperation Committee, highlighting their commitment to collaborative security efforts. Additionally, the prominent Aero India event is set to take place from February 10 to 14, 2025, showcasing advancements in aerospace and defense industries.
The meetings underscored a commitment to strengthening defense ties between India and African nations, with a focus on maritime exercises, capacity building, and peacekeeping cooperation. The discussions aim to formalize these collaborations through various agreements to enhance regional security. Upcoming events like Aero India further illustrate India’s proactive stance in defense initiatives.
Original Source: economictimes.indiatimes.com
