New Delhi: The 21st edition of India – US Military Cooperation Group (MCG) meeting, a landmark forum aimed at enhancing defence cooperation between the Armed Forces of India and the United States, was successfully conducted from 05 to 06 November 2024 at the Manekshaw Centre, New Delhi.
The meeting was co-chaired by Chief of Integrated Defence Staff Lieutenant General JP Mathew, representing India and Deputy Commander of the US Indo-Pacific Command Lieutenant General Joshua M Rudd, representing the US.
Both officials emphasised the importance of the Indo-US defence partnership and committed to strengthening this strategic relationship through proactive engagement and enhanced interoperability.
Senior officials from both sides took the opportunity to review ongoing initiatives and explore new areas of cooperation. The meeting covered a wide range of topics, including capacity building, training exchanges, defence industrial cooperation and the advancement of joint exercises that bolster preparedness for conventional and hybrid threats.
The meeting concluded with both sides reaffirming their commitment to expanding the scope of Indo-US military cooperation with a shared understanding of the dynamic challenges facing the Indo-Pacific region. The defence forces of India and US remain united in their mission for a stable, secure and prosperous world order.
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