India-Africa Defence Cooperation Initiatives since the Second IADD
Dr Shayesta Nishat Ahmed is a Research Analyst at the Manohar Parrikar Institute for Defence Studies and Analyses (MP-IDSA), New Delhi. She is associated with the Defence Economics and Industry… Continue reading India-Africa Defence Cooperation Initiatives since the Second IADD read more
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Following the Second India-Africa Defence Dialogue, India and Africa have deepened their defence cooperation through joint exercises, training programs,
and defence industry partnerships. Key initiatives like AFINDEX and the India Africa Army Chiefs’ Conclave emphasize their commitment to regional security in the Indian Ocean Region. These collaborative efforts include port visits, maritime patrols, and disaster relief missions, aligned with India’s SAGAR (Security and Growth for All in the Region) initiative. The partnership aims to enhance military interoperability and address challenges such as logistical issues and political unrest, while countering Chinese influence in the region.
