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US Envoy Visits Indian Army's Western Command, Stresses Joint Indo-Pacific Security

US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor and US Indo-Pacific Command Commander Admiral Samuel Paparo visited the Indian Army's Western Command headquarters in Chandigarh. They held substantive discussions with Lieutenant General Manoj Kumar Katiyar on security dynamics and operational preparedness along India's western front. The visit underscores the ongoing expansion of the strategic US-India defense partnership, with both sides emphasizing joint efforts to ensure a safe and stable Indo-Pacific region. The engagement follows recent bilateral meetings, including a Joint Technical Group plenary, to advance cooperation in defense science and technology.

Key Points: US Envoy, Admiral Visit Indian Army HQ, Discuss Indo-Pacific Security

  • US officials visit Indian Army's Western Command HQ
  • Discussions on strategic security dynamics
  • Focus on operational preparedness & regional stability
  • Growing US-India defense partnership underscored
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"Joint efforts are key to safe Indo-Pacific," says US Envoy on visit to Indian Army's Western Command Headquarters

US Ambassador Sergio Gor and Admiral Paparo visit Indian Army's Western Command, highlighting growing US-India defense partnership for regional stability.

"Our joint efforts are key to a safe Indo-Pacific. - US Ambassador Sergio Gor"

New Delhi, February 17

US Ambassador to India, Sergio Gor and US-INDOPACOM Commander, Adm Samuel J Paparo, visited HQ Western Command and held substantive discussions with Lt Gen Manoj Kumar Katiyar, Army Commander, Western Command, on strategic security dynamics along India's Western Front.

The delegation was comprehensively briefed on the Western Front perspective, including operational preparedness, distinguished legacy, execution of Operation Sindoor and the pivotal role being played by the Indian Army in nation-building and strengthening regional stability.

US Ambassador to India, Sergio Gor appreciated the India-US defence partnership.

In a post on X, Gor said, "A great visit with US Indo-Pacific Command Admiral Paparo and Western Command, Indian Army. Our joint efforts are key to a safe Indo-Pacific. The U.S.-India defense partnership continues to grow stronger. Thank you for the warm welcome Lieutenant General Manoj Kumar Katiyar."

US Ambassador Sergio Gor said earlier in the day that he arrived in Chandigarh and looked forward to visiting the Western Command of the Indian Army.

In a post on X, the US envoy said," Just landed in Chandigarh. Looking forward to visiting the Western Command of the Indian Army."

The visit comes under the backdrop of the growing US-India defence partnership.

Earlier on Sunday, US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor welcomed Admiral Samuel Paparo, Commander of the United States Indo-Pacific Command (INDOPACOM), underscoring efforts to expand the growing US-India defence partnership.

In a post on X, Gor said, "Delighted to have @INDOPACOM Commander Admiral Samuel Paparo in India to expand the U.S.-India defense partnership. Now is the time to strengthen vital cooperation between our two nations."

From Februray 3 to 4, India and the United States held the 24th Joint Technical Group Plenary at DRDO Headquarters in New Delhi to advance cooperation in Defence Science & Technology, according to a Ministry of Defence statement.

The meeting was co-chaired by Chandrika Kaushik, Director General (Production Coordination & Services Interaction), DRDO, and Michael Francis Dodd, Assistant Secretary of War for Critical Technologies, Office of the Under Secretary of War for Research & Engineering.

- ANI

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Priya S
While cooperation is good, we must ensure our strategic autonomy is never compromised. Our foreign policy should always be "India First." The partnership should be about mutual benefit, not one-sided influence.
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Rohit P
Operation Sindoor is a point of immense pride for our forces. Glad to see our operational readiness and legacy being recognized by a global power. Jai Hind!
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Sarah B
As someone living in the region, it's reassuring to see major democracies working together on security. A safe Indo-Pacific benefits everyone's trade and prosperity.
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Vikram M
Hope this translates into more technology sharing and joint production under Make in India. We need to move beyond just buyer-seller to co-development. That's the real test of partnership.
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Karthik V
The timing is interesting. With everything happening globally, having a reliable partner like the US is strategic. But let's not forget our old friends either. Balance is key.

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