The bilateral naval exercise will see the participation of indigenous guided missile stealth destroyer INS Chennai, guided missile frigate INS Teg, maritime patrol aircraft P-8I and Dornier, integral helicopters and MiG29K fighter aircraft.
According to Gill, the time-tested India-France strategic partnership continues to gain momentum given both sides' adherence to peace, stability, and strategic autonomy.
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
Emmanuel Bonne, who is the diplomatic advisor to French President Macron, praised the excellent cooperation with India at the United Nations Security Council and reiterated the country's support to India for a permanent seat at the United Nations Security Council (UNSC).
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.
The Indian side will be led by National Security Advisor (NSA) Ajit Doval while the French delegation will be led by Emmanuel Bonne, Diplomatic Advisor to French President Emmanuel Macron
General Gael Diaz de Tuesta and General Anil Chauhan discussed ongoing defence cooperation and explore further opportunities under the Atmanirbhar Bharat policy.
Particular emphasis was laid on R&D and manufacturing in line with requirements of future wars. Both sides could strategise jointly and identify priority areas for co-development in line with India's Make in India policy.
Rajnath Singh will co-chair the 4th India-France Annual Defence Dialogue with the Minister of Armed Forces of the French Republic during his visit to India.
Rajnath Singh will co-chair the 4th India-France Annual Defence Dialogue with the Minister of Armed Forces of the French Republic during his visit to India.