5th Army-to-Army Staff Talks review existing cooperation; both sides agree to strengthen training through Exercise Desert Cyclone
New Delhi/Abu Dhabi : The 5th India–UAE Army-to-Army Staff Talks (AAST) were held in Abu Dhabi, with both sides reviewing ongoing defence cooperation and discussing ways to further strengthen military-to-military engagement.
The talks focused on sharing best practices, expanding professional exchanges and increasing participation in specialised courses and workshops in India.
A key outcome of the discussions was an agreement to enhance bilateral military training through the participation of an integrated Combat Team in the next edition of Exercise Desert Cyclone.
The Indian Army delegation also visited Tawazun Industrial Park, where it witnessed a display of new-generation defence equipment, providing an opportunity to gain insights into emerging military technologies and capabilities.
During the visit, the Indian delegation also called on Brig Gen Staff Mohamed Khamees Mohamed Al-Hassani, Deputy Commander, UAE Land Forces, as well as Dr Deepak Mittal, Ambassador of India to the UAE.
The engagements further strengthened institutional links between the two armed forces and reaffirmed the Comprehensive Strategic Defence Partnership between India and the UAE.
The talks underline the growing focus on practical military cooperation, professional exchanges, joint training and capability development between the Indian Army and UAE Land Forces.