15
May
The Shakti edition, featuring a brigade-level command post, air force, and naval observers, aims to improve interoperability and camaraderie between the armed forces of both nations. India and France have strong military ties, including maritime security, defence collaboration, counterterrorism, and information sharing. They regularly conduct naval and air force exercises, with the French Air Force participating in India's 'Tarang Shakti' air combat exercise in August. French ambassador Thierry Mathou emphasized the strengthening of sovereignty and strategic autonomy of both nations, highlighting the unprecedented level of mutual trust between France and India since the establishment of official relations in 1947. ‘India…
