India, Malaysia hold 10th meeting of sub committee on military cooperation
On July 27, the 10th meeting of the sub-committee on military cooperation between India and Malaysia took place. The meeting was held in India, and the Ministry of Defence started the event.
The sub-committee on military cooperation serves as a platform for both countries to discuss and collaborate on defencedefence and military affairs. These meetings allow India and Malaysia to strengthen their defence defence ties, exchange views on security issues, and explore potential areas of cooperation in the military domain.
The meeting’s discussions may have covered various topics, including joint military exercises, training programs, defence technology cooperation, and ways to enhance bilateral defence relations. The engagement between the two nations through such meetings is aimed at fostering closer defence cooperation and reinforcing their strategic partnership.
Both India and Malaysia have been engaging in efforts to promote regional stability and address common security challenges, and such meetings further solidify their commitment to maintaining a robust defence relationship.
During the 10th meeting of the sub-committee on military cooperation between India and Malaysia held on July 27, the Indian delegation was led by Amitabh Prasad, who serves as the joint secretary (International Cooperation) in the Ministry of Defence.
On the other hand, representing Malaysia, the delegation was headed by Maj Gen Dato’ Khairul Anuar bin Abd Aziz. He is assistant chief of staff in the Defence Operations and Training Division.
As the respective leaders of their delegations, Amitabh Prasad and Maj Gen Dato’ Khairul Anuar bin Abd Aziz played crucial roles in facilitating discussions and negotiations during the meeting. They discussed various aspects of military cooperation, explored opportunities for collaboration, and worked towards further strengthening the defence ties between India and Malaysia.
Such high-level meetings between defence officials from both nations contribute to fostering mutual understanding, trust, and cooperation, and they form an essential part of the ongoing efforts to deepen the strategic partnership between India and Malaysia.During the 10th meeting of the sub-committee on military cooperation between India and Malaysia, a comprehensive review of the existing defence cooperation between the two countries occurred.
The discussions covered a wide range of topics of mutual interest to both nations.
Both sides engaged in fruitful deliberations and explored various effective and practical initiatives to further enhance their bilateral defence engagements. The meeting provided an opportunity to identify areas of cooperation and potential collaborations that could benefit both India and Malaysia in the defence field.
One significant aspect highlighted by the Indian delegation was the potential of the Indian defence industry to collaborate with the Malaysian Armed Forces in shipbuilding and maintenance plans. This presents an opportunity for the Indian defence industry to contribute its capacity and capabilities in supporting Malaysia’s naval modernization efforts.
The meeting also set the stage for the 12th Malaysia-India Defence Cooperation Committee (MIDCOM) meeting, scheduled to take place at the level of Defence Secretary in India in September of the same year. This forthcoming high-level meeting is expected to yield significant outcomes and further deepen defence cooperation between the two countries.
During the 10th meeting of the sub-committee on military cooperation between India and Malaysia, both sides reaffirmed their commitment to implement the enhanced strategic partnership between the two nations fully. The partnership is based on the principles of mutual trust and understanding, common interests, and shared values of democracy and the rule of law.
The establishment of the enhanced strategic partnership occurred during the visit of Prime Minister Narendra Modi to Malaysia in 2015. This visit marked a significant milestone in the bilateral relations between India and Malaysia and laid the foundation for a stronger and more comprehensive partnership across various sectors, including defence, trade, investment, culture, and people-to-people ties.
Through the enhanced strategic partnership, India and Malaysia aim to deepen their cooperation in key areas and work together to address regional and global challenges. By reaffirming their commitment to the partnership during the meeting, both countries underscored their determination to further strengthen and expand their bilateral relations for mutual benefit and to promote peace and stability in the region.
The strategic partnership reflects India and Malaysia’s shared vision and commitment to work collaboratively and leverage their respective strengths to promote economic growth, regional integration, and cooperation in various fields, including defence and security. The regular meetings and engagements between the two countries, such as the sub-committee on military cooperation, play a vital role in advancing the objectives of the enhanced strategic partnership and fostering closer ties between India and Malaysia.
