Context:
Recently, the 12th edition of the Joint Defence Cooperation Committee (JDCC) meeting between India and the UAE took place in Abu Dhabi.
Key Highlights
Key Discussion Points:
- India-UAE both sides explored numerous opportunities for collaboration to enhance defence and security cooperation.
- Detailed discussions covered areas such as Training, Joint military exercises, Defence industrial cooperation, Subject matter expert exchange, Research and Development (R&D).
Regional Security and Collaboration:
- Both sides reviewed the regional security situation, including maritime security, and emphasized the need for increased collaboration to address security challenges.
- They discussed the importance of exchanging visits across different domains to benefit from each other’s experience and knowledge.
- The mutual exchange of training opportunities in specialized areas was also agreed upon.
About the India-UAE Joint Defence Cooperation Committee (JDCC)
- The JDCC is a key platform for fostering defence ties between India and the United Arab Emirates.
- Established in 2006, the India-UAE JDCC has held 11 rounds before this meeting.
- The 12th JDCC meeting provided an opportunity to strengthen further India’s defence and security relations with the UAE, reinforcing the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership between the two countries.
India-UAE bilateral defence exercises:
- Desert Eagle: Air exercise
- Desert Cyclone: Joint military exercise.