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MILITARY2d agoDespite a China-India thaw, military relations are stuck in 2020Chinese President Xi Jinping has met Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi three times in the past three years. Indian pilgrims are back at Kailash, the Tibetan mountain sacred to Hindus and Buddhists. Air China has restarted flights to New Delhi. But can trust grow between two armies that meet only in a crisis? And why does the Pentagon now talk to the People’s Liberation Army (PLA) more easily than India’s army does? In September, Xi made his first visit to India in nearly seven years; Beijing...South China Morning Post
MILITARYSep 23India and Japan discuss strengthening defence technology collaborationIndia and Japan are holding discussions aimed at enhancing their collaboration in defense technology. This signifies ongoing strategic partnership and military cooperation between the two nations.indiagazette.com · India
MILITARYSep 20Air chiefs of India, Japan fly in Tejas during exercise Veer GuardianThe “Tejas formation sortie” was undertaken by the two chiefs during the India-Japan air exercise ‘Veer Guardian’ and lasted about 20-25 minutes, the official saidThe Hindu
MILITARYSep 20In a first , Japanese fighter planes operate from Indian soil ; Tejas joins bilateral air exerciseFor the first time, Japanese fighter planes are operating from Indian soil, participating in a bilateral air exercise alongside India's Tejas aircraft. This marks a significant development in military cooperation and regional security dynamics.moneycontrol.com · India
MILITARYSep 16Japan joins India in military exercises to counter ChinaThe ongoing exercise showcases Japan’s growing military capabilities.The Hill
MILITARYSep 13Indian Navy ; s INS Kulish arrives at Cambodia Ream Naval Base to strengthen maritime cooperationThe Indian Navy's INS Kulish has arrived at Cambodia's Ream Naval Base. This visit aims to strengthen maritime cooperation between the two nations.ianslive.in · India
MILITARYSep 8China’s HQ-17AE Shorad system to boost Pakistani drone defence as India tensions simmerPakistan has unveiled a newly acquired Chinese-made short-range air defence system that analysts say could boost its ability to counter Indian drones and low-altitude threats in a future conflict. A social media video posted by the Pakistan Air Force (PAF) on Sunday confirmed for the first time that it was operating the HQ-17AE short-range air defence (Shorad) system. The HQ-17AE is an export version of China’s HQ-17A air defence system – a wheeled variant of the original HQ-17 that was...South China Morning Post
MILITARYSep 7India , China armies hold crucial talks on LAC in Arunachal sectorArmies from India and China are holding important discussions regarding the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in the Arunachal sector. These talks aim to address ongoing border disputes between the two nations.rediff.com · India
MILITARYSep 6India, China hold first Corps Commander meeting in ArunachalTalks take place a few days before the BRICS Summit, which Xi Jinping is expected to attend, and amid reports of tension in the Taksing area of Arunachal Pradesh; the meeting indicates an expansion of the military dialogue mechanismThe Hindu
MILITARYSep 6India , China To Hold First Corps Commander - Level Talks Today At Wacha Along LAC In Arunachal PradeshIndia and China are scheduled to hold their first Corps Commander-level talks today at Wacha along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in Arunachal Pradesh. These talks aim to address border issues between the two nations.dailyexcelsior.com · India
MILITARYSep 5Japan F - 2 , variant of F - 16 used by Pakistan , to make India debut during Veer GuardianThe Japan F-2, a variant of the F-16 fighter jet, is set to debut in India during the 'Veer Guardian' exercise. This signifies international military cooperation and the showcasing of defense capabilities.tribuneindia.com · India
MILITARYAug 29What Japan’s coming fighter jet deployment to India means for ChinaJapan plans to deploy fighter jets in India for the first time next month, a decision experts say reflects Tokyo’s desire to strengthen security cooperation with “like-minded” countries in the Indo-Pacific region as it ramps up defence spending in response to China’s growing military power. According to a Japan Air Self-Defence Force announcement on Tuesday, Tokyo will conduct a joint training exercise, Veer Guardian 26, with the Indian Air Force between September 9 and 21 in Rajasthan in...South China Morning Post
MILITARYAug 22Japan and India Build a Defense Network Around ChinaJapan and India are reportedly constructing a defense network that strategically encircles China. This development signifies a major shift in regional geopolitical alliances and security postures.chiangraitimes.com · Thailand
MILITARYAug 21India-Japan maritime security pact: What the new Memorandum of Arrangement means | ExplainedAt its core, the MoA is designed to make maritime cooperation between the two countries more structured, regular and operationally usefulThe Hindu
MILITARYAug 20India , Japan sign maritime pact , explore joint naval warship developmentIndia and Japan have signed a maritime agreement and are considering joint development of naval warships. This signifies strengthening defense cooperation between the two nations.tribuneindia.com · India
MILITARYAug 20India, Japan sign maritime security pact to deepen defence cooperationDefence Minister Rajnath Singh, in bilateral talks with Japanese counterpart Shinjiro Koizumi, welcomed Japan’s recent review of its defence equipment and technology transfer frameworkThe Hindu
MILITARYAug 17India-Japan defence ties in focus as Rajnath, Koizumi to meet on August 20The Japanese Defence Minister is expected to discuss cooperation on defence equipment, including Japan’s planned export of UNICORN stealth communication systemThe Hindu
MILITARYAug 17Is Philippines’ aim to become an arms exporter like India overly ambitious?The Philippines is looking to India as a model of defence self-reliance as it continues building its capabilities to manage maritime disputes following the purchase of its first BrahMos missiles from Delhi. While India’s experience is useful, it is more practical for Manila to cooperate with Delhi in stages than push quickly to manufacture its own weapons, according to analysts. Speaking at a forum organised by Indian think tank Observer Research Foundation on August 12, the Philippines...South China Morning Post
MILITARYAug 17Japan eyes deeper defence ties with Australia, India to ease supply chain concernsJapan is looking beyond the United States to enhance its defence capabilities, as mounting doubt over American munitions supplies pushes Tokyo to seek deeper industrial ties on this front with Australia and India. Defence Minister Shinjiro Koizumi’s visits to the two countries this week are set to advance cooperation spanning warships to stealth technology and drones, analysts say, pointing to how prolonged conflict in the Middle East and the Ukraine war could drain stockpiles for US...South China Morning Post
MILITARYAug 16China building 8 - 10 deep - water ports , effectively encircling India : HarivanshHarivansh reports that China is constructing 8-10 deep-water ports, which is seen as effectively encircling India. This indicates a significant geopolitical and strategic development impacting regional dynamics.moneycontrol.com · India
MILITARYAug 13India , Indonesia discuss strengthening defence cooperation , enhancing expertise exchangesIndia and Indonesia are discussing ways to strengthen defense cooperation and enhance expertise exchanges. This aims to bolster bilateral military relations.ianslive.in · India
MILITARYAug 10Indonesia aircraft carrier acquisition may have implications on IndiaIndonesia's acquisition of an aircraft carrier could have implications for India. This suggests a potential shift in regional military dynamics.idrw.org · India
MILITARYAug 5Can India Counter China J - 20 ? Experts Highlight Key Weaknesses of Beijing Stealth FighterExperts are discussing whether India can counter China's J-20 stealth fighter by highlighting its key weaknesses. This article delves into geopolitical military capabilities and defense strategies.idrw.org · India
MILITARYAug 3India plans ₹45 , 000 crore rail upgrades along China , Pakistan and Bangladesh bordersIndia intends to invest ₹45,000 crore in rail upgrades along its borders with China, Pakistan, and Bangladesh. This plan signifies a major infrastructure development with potential strategic implications for border security and logistics.thehindubusinessline.com · India