Defence Minister Rajnath Singh Engages in Bilateral Talks at Aero India 2025
During Aero India 2025, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh held bilateral talks with counterparts from Zimbabwe, Yemen, Ethiopia, Gambia, and Gabon. The discussions centered on enhancing defense cooperation, military training, and capacity-building initiatives. Various Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) were signed to solidify these commitments.
On the third day of Aero India 2025, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh engaged in bilateral discussions with counterparts from Zimbabwe, Yemen, Ethiopia, Gambia, and Gabon, held in Bengaluru. The meetings primarily focused on enhancing defence cooperation, expanding military training, and bolstering capacity-building initiatives among the nations involved.
In his meeting with Zimbabwe’s Defence Minister, Oppah Muchinguri Kashiri, the two ministers assessed existing defence collaborations. They committed to strengthening military training and capacity-building efforts, culminating in a signed Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to deepen bilateral ties. Regular engagements and potential collaborations in defence industries were also discussed to ensure effective implementation of the agreement.
During talks with Ethiopian Defence Minister Aisha Mohammed, both expressed contentment with the progress in bilateral defence ties. They signed an MoU aimed at institutionalizing cooperation across military training, peacekeeping, and capacity-building for the Ethiopian Armed Forces. The leaders acknowledged the significant contributions of India’s private sector to the evolving defence industry.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh also met with Yemen’s Defence Minister, Lt. Gen. Mohsen Mohammed Hussein Al Daeri, where they deliberated on enhancing military training and capacity-building efforts for Yemen’s Armed Forces. The discussions aimed to further solidify defence cooperation and lay the groundwork for strategic initiatives moving forward.
In discussions with Gambian Defence Minister Sering Modou Njie, both parties reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral defence cooperation. Emphasis was placed on capacity building and the sharing of best practices, while exploring opportunities for collaboration in the defence sector.
The Minister’s meeting with Gabonese Defence Minister Brigitte Onkanowa focused on promoting bilateral defence cooperation. Both sides expressed intentions to deepen collaborative efforts, particularly regarding training and capability enhancement for Gabon’s Armed Forces, and examined potential partnerships within the defence industry.
In summary, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh’s meetings at Aero India 2025 with leaders from Zimbabwe, Yemen, Ethiopia, Gambia, and Gabon highlighted a strong commitment to enhance defence cooperation. The signing of various MoUs aimed at military training and capacity building reflects India’s intent to grow its strategic partnerships in the defence sector globally. This series of discussions underlines the importance of shared collaborations and the potential for India’s growing role in international defence initiatives.
Original Source: ddnews.gov.in
