The 21st edition of India - US Military Cooperation Group (MCG) meeting was held from 05 to 06 November 2024 at the Manekshaw Centre, New Delhi. The meeting covered a wide range of topics, including capacity building, training exchanges, defence industrial cooperation and the advancement of joint exercises that bolster preparedness for conventional and hybrid threats.
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| 21st edition of India – US Military Cooperation Group Meeting 2024 |
21st edition of India – US Military Cooperation Group Meeting 2024
The 21st edition of India – US Military Cooperation Group Meeting 2024 was co-chaired by Chief of Integrated Defence Staff Lieutenant General JP Mathew, representing India and Deputy Commander of the US Indo-Pacific Command Lieutenant General Joshua M Rudd, representing the US.
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The India – US Military Cooperation Group Meeting 2024 covered a wide range of topics, including capacity building, training exchanges, defence industrial cooperation and the advancement of joint exercises that bolster preparedness for conventional and hybrid threats.
21st Indo-US MCG Meeting: Key Highlights
Both sides emphasised the importance of the Indo-US defence partnership and committed to strengthening this strategic relationship through proactive engagement and enhanced interoperability.
They also reaffirmed their commitment to expanding the scope of Indo-US military cooperation with a shared understanding of the dynamic challenges facing the Indo-Pacific region.
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Indo-US Military Cooperation Group (MCG) is a landmark forum aimed at enhancing defence cooperation and fostering strategic and operational defence collaboration between the Armed Forces of both countries.
The 21st India-US Military Cooperation Group (MCG) meeting represents a step forward in advancing the shared objectives of India and US to ensure regional and global security, counter emerging threats and build mutual capabilities.
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