India's Defence Minister Bolsters Global Ties: Invites New Zealand, Reaffirms Singapore, Reviews Vietnam, Signs US Defence Pact
India's Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has been actively engaging with his counterparts from several nations to bolster defence ties. In a series of meetings, he has invited New Zealand's Defence Minister Judith Collins to visit India, reaffirmed commitment to Singapore, and reviewed cooperation with Vietnam. Notably, he also signed a significant 10-year defence partnership framework with the United States.
Singh's diplomatic efforts began with an invitation to New Zealand's Defence Minister Judith Collins. He expressed India's desire to strengthen their defence partnership through her visit.
In Kuala Lumpur, Singh met with Singapore's Defence Minister Chan Chun Sing. The two ministers discussed ways to enhance defence cooperation between their nations, reflecting India's commitment to boosting ties with Southeast Asian countries.
Earlier, Singh reviewed and deepened defence cooperation with Vietnam's Defence Minister Phan Van Giang. This meeting underscored India's strategic partnerships in the region.
One of Singh's most significant achievements was the signing of a 10-year 'Framework for the US-India Major Defence Partnership' with US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth. This agreement, made at the 12th ASEAN Defence Ministers' Meeting-Plus, involves ASEAN and its eight dialogue partners, marking a substantial step in US-India defence relations.
Rajnath Singh's recent engagements have significantly strengthened India's defence partnerships. His invitation to New Zealand, reaffirmation with Singapore, review with Vietnam, and the signing of the US-India defence partnership framework demonstrate India's proactive role in bolstering global defence ties.
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