The seventh India-Japan military exercise, Dharma Guardian 2026, concluded in Chaubattia, Uttarakhand, on March 8. Focusing on counter-terrorism and urban warfare, the joint training enhanced interoperability and strategic ties. The exercise culminated in a successful 48-hour validation phas
The troops of the Garhwal Rifles Regiment of the Indian Army and an Infantry Regiment from the Middle Army of the Japan Ground Self-Defence Force (JGSDF) will participate in the joint training exercise.
Interestingly, Dr Nagao assesses that the "Chinese military attaches great importance to the India-China border. PLA leaders who have increased tensions with India benefit professionally within the Chinese system". He gives the example of Li Zuocheng, who was the local commander when a Chine
"Ambassador Nagesh Singh received an Indian Air Force contingent at U-Tapao Naval Air Base. The contingent will proceed to Japan to participate in the maiden exercise Veer Guardian 2023 with Japan Air Self Defence Force from 12- 26 Jan 2023," the Indian mission in Thailand tweeted.
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.