14th India-Vietnam Defence Policy Dialogue

The 14th India-Vietnam Defence Policy Dialogue held in New Delhi marked a significant step in reinforcing the defence ties between India and Vietnam amidst rising regional security concerns. Led by India's Defence Secretary Giridhar Aramane and Vietnam's Deputy Minister of National Defence, Senior Lieutenant General Hoang Xuan Chien, the dialogue emphasized regular exchanges, service-to-service cooperation, and emerging focus areas such as cybersecurity, military medicine, and submarine rescue operations. The dialogue builds on the 2022 Joint Vision Statement, aiming to enhance the preparedness and operational capabilities of both nations, solidifying Vietnam's key role in India's Act East Policy and strategic importance in the Indo-Pacific region.