Japan to deploy fighter jets to India for joint military exercise
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- Japan will deploy fighter jets to India for the first time for a joint training exercise, Veer Guardian 26, between September 9 and 21.
- The deployment of three F-2 fighter jets and approximately 110 personnel aims to enhance mutual understanding and trust between the Japan Air Self-Defence Force and the Indian Air Force.
- This move signals Tokyo's strategy to bolster security cooperation with like-minded nations in the Indo-Pacific amid increasing defense spending in response to China's military expansion.
Japan is set to deploy fighter jets to India for the first time next month, a move seen by experts as a significant step in strengthening security cooperation within the Indo-Pacific region. The decision underscores Tokyo's commitment to bolstering its defense capabilities in response to China's expanding military influence.
The joint training exercise, named Veer Guardian 26, will take place in Rajasthan, western India, from September 9 to 21. The Japan Air Self-Defence Force announced that three F-2 fighter jets and about 110 personnel from the Eighth Air Wing will participate. This exercise is expected to enhance mutual understanding and trust between the two air forces.
This will be a valuable opportunity to enhance mutual understanding and trust.
This deployment follows a recent visit by Japanese Defense Minister Shinjiro Koizumi to India, where he met with his Indian counterpart, Rajnath Singh. During the meeting, both ministers pledged to deepen defense cooperation through bilateral exercises, aligning with the shared goal of achieving a free and open Indo-Pacific.
The initiative reflects a broader trend of increasing defense ties among countries in the region seeking to balance China's growing military power. Japan's proactive approach in enhancing military readiness and forging strategic partnerships highlights its evolving security posture in the face of regional challenges.
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Originally published by South China Morning Post in English. Translated, summarized, and contextualized automatically by DistantNews, with a note on how the source frames the story. Not individually reviewed before publishing. How this works.
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