India–U.S. Defence Policy Group reaffirms commitment to expanding strategic cooperation
The Hindu
India and the U.S. reaffirm commitment to enhance strategic defense cooperation at the 18th Defence Policy Group meeting in New Delhi.
The 18th India–U.S. Defence Policy Group (DPG) meeting was held in New Delhi on Wednesday (March 25, 2026), with both sides reaffirming their commitment to deepening defence ties and expanding strategic cooperation.
The meeting was co-chaired by Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh and U.S. Under Secretary of War for Policy Elbridge Colby.
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According to the Ministry of Defence, during the discussions, India and the United States reviewed the progress of ongoing defence initiatives and identified priority areas for future collaboration, particularly in co-development and co-production of advanced defence equipment. The talks reflected the growing convergence in strategic interests between the two countries.
Both sides also reiterated their commitment to strengthening military-to-military engagement through an expanded framework of joint exercises, training exchanges and high-level strategic interactions, it added.
Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri also met Mr. Colby on the sidelines of the DPG on Wednesday (March 25, 2026).
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