Defence secretary meets officials from Australia, EU, Netherlands in Singapore
Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh engaged in discussions with officials from Australia, the EU, and the Netherlands during the Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore. The talks focused on enhancing defence cooperation and strategic partnerships in the Indo-Pacific region. These meetings reflect India's commitment to strengthening its defence diplomacy with key global partners.
- ▪Rajesh Kumar Singh held talks with Australian Defence Secretary Meghan Quinn, focusing on the India-Australia Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.
- ▪The Indo-Pacific region is central to India's security strategy, with significant global maritime trade passing through it.
- ▪Meetings with EU officials advanced discussions on shared security interests and deepening defence cooperation.
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Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh on Saturday (May 30, 2026) held separate talks with senior officials from Australia, the European Union and the Netherlands on the sidelines of the Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore, as India stepped up defence diplomacy with key Indo-Pacific and European partners.After Mr. Singh's bilateral discussions with Australian Defence Secretary Meghan Quinn, India's defence ministry posted on social media: “Both sides reviewed the progress of the India-Australia Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, discussed forthcoming high-level engagements, and explored avenues to further strengthen defence cooperation in areas of mutual interest.” Defence Secretary holds key meetings at Shangri-La Dialogue 2026, pushes for Indo-Pacific security cooperationThe…
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