{
  "id": 10636209,
  "title": "India, US tackle Indo-Pacific security landscape, deepen defence cooperation",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/29/india-us-tackle-indo-pacific-security-landscape-deepen-defence",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-29T07:02:13.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Gulf News",
    "slug": "gulf-news",
    "url": "https://gulfnews.com/world/asia/india/india-us-tackle-indo-pacific-security-landscape-deepen-defence-cooperation-1.500691703"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "New Delhi witnessed high-level discussions between India and the United States on Monday, as officials from both nations delved into expanding their defense cooperation and adapting to the evolving security landscape in the Indo-Pacific region. Indian Army Chief General Dhiraj Seth met with Lieutenant General Joel B Vowell, the Deputy Commanding General of the US Army Pacific (USARPAC), to deliberate on these topics.\n\nThe Indian Army, in a statement on X, highlighted that the leaders discussed the shifting security dynamics of the Indo-Pacific and explored ways to bolster bilateral defense engagement across various domains. They also emphasized the need to enhance interoperability through joint training and military exercises. The successful execution of Exercise Yudh Abhyas served as a testament to the seamless synergy of joint operations, reaffirming the commitment of both armies to strengthen military-to-military cooperation.\n\nOn the same day, Defense Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh met with a bipartisan US Congressional delegation, led by Representative Brian Mast. The conversation focused on deepening the India-US Comprehensive Global Strategic Partnership, with a special emphasis on defense industrial and technological collaboration. The Ministry of Defence shared these details on X, underscoring the importance of the discussions.\n\nEarlier in the week, as part of Exercise Yudh Abhyas 2026, military contingents from India and the United States engaged in joint training drills using diverse platforms and tactical scenarios. These exercises aimed to improve interoperability and mutual proficiency in operational procedures. US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor, who visited the Mahajan Field Firing Range in Rajasthan to observe the joint force training, lauded the exercise as a reflection of the robust nature of defense ties between the two democracies.",
  "summary": "Indian Army and US defence officials held talks in New Delhi on Monday to expand bilateral defence cooperation and Indo-Pacific security. The discussions highlighted joint exercises like 'Yudh Abhyas' and strategic industrial partnerships aimed at strengthening military-to-military ties.",
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  "editors_take": null,
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}