The positive outlook for 2023 is despite concerns emanating from the global slowdown and a possible recession in the Western economies due to the unwinding of monetary policy by central banks.
The air exercise, which will take place from January 12 to 26, will witness the participation of India's Su-30 MKI, two C-17s, and one IL-78 aircraft. Meanwhile, the Japan Air Self-Defense Force (JASDF) will be participating with four F-2 and four F-15 aircraft.
The security assistance announced for Ukraine includes 50 Bradley infantry fighting vehicles with 500 TOW anti-tank missiles and 250,000 rounds of 25mm ammunition.
The US will supply Ukraine with Bradley fighting vehicles, while Germany said it will provide Marder infantry fighting vehicles and a Patriot air defence battery.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Friday visited Indira Point, the southernmost part of India, to review the operational preparedness of Andaman and Nicobar Command and infrastructure development at operational areas.
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Thursday said the bravery displayed by the Indian armed forces while protecting the sovereignty and integrity of the country sent a strong message to the world about the country's strength.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday met the diplomatic advisor to President Emmanuel Macron, Emmanuel Bonne and held discussions on a range of issues like defence, security and culture. During the meeting, the Prime Minister also conveyed an invitation to Emmanuel Macron to visit Ind
The 36th edition of the annual strategic dialogue between the two countries saw discussions on wide-ranging bilateral and global issues, including counterterrorism, cyber security and defence cooperation in the Indo-Pacific region.
Pakistan has witnessed a sharp rise in terror incidents, especially in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Balochistan, during the past couple of months after TTP put the truce with Islamabad to an end.