Defence Minister Rajnath Singh emphasized the Indian Navy's crucial role in safeguarding national interests, citing its recent operations in West Asia and its strategic importance in the Indo-Pacific region. He also highlighted India's growing defense manufacturing capabilities.
India will supply BrahMos and Astra missiles to Indonesia, marking its third defense agreement in the Indo-Pacific. This move highlights India's growing role as a defense supplier amid regional concerns over China's assertiveness.
India and Indonesia signed agreements to boost cooperation in technology, education, startups, and space research. Key outcomes include establishing an IIM Bangalore campus in Indonesia for the ASEAN region and enhanced collaboration in AI and digital infrastructure.
Japan's Chief Cabinet Secretary Minoru Kihara stated that Japan values strengthening cooperation with NATO, its members, and partners, highlighting the interconnectedness of Euro-Atlantic and Indo-Pacific security. Japan will be represented at the NATO summit in Ankara by its Foreign and Defense Ministers.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Indonesia for a state visit, met by President Prabowo Subianto. The visit, from July 6-8, aims to strengthen the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, focusing on defense, maritime cooperation, and critical minerals trade.
MI5 warns Chinese spies are using job websites like LinkedIn to recruit UK government and military staff for sensitive information, posing as recruiters for fake jobs.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh began a multi-nation visit to Vietnam and South Korea on May 18th to strengthen military cooperation, defense partnerships, and maritime collaboration in the Indo-Pacific.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi welcomed South Korean President Lee Jae Myung, highlighting the deepening India-South Korea ties. Both leaders expressed commitment to transforming their trusted partnership into a futuristic one, aiming to boost bilateral trade to $50 billion by 2030 and enhance cooperation across various sectors, including strategic industries and the Indo-Pacific region.
