Key Points
CDS visits Victoria Barracks and engages with Australian military leadership
Explores defence technology collaboration at Lowy Institute
Discusses Indo-Pacific strategic dynamics
Examines potential joint operational frameworks
At Victoria Barracks, the CDS was briefed by Brigadier Sean Parkes, Deputy G7 Army, on key strategic aspects of the Australian Army.
According to the officials, the visit provided insights into the Australian Army's operational framework and command structures. Gen Anil Chauhan was on an official visit to Australia from March 4 to 7.
The Ministry of Defence said that this visit reflected the deepening ties between India and Australia in the realm of defence cooperation.
During his visit, the CDS engaged in wide-ranging discussions with senior officials from the Australian including Australia's Chief of Defence Force General Admiral David Johnston.
Strengthening intellectual exchange, Gen Anil Chauhan also interacted with Air Chief Marshal (Retd) Sir Angus Houston, Board Director of Lowy Institute, as well as renowned strategic experts Dr Michael Fullilove and Sam Roggeveen.
In the round-table at the Lowy Institute, Australia's premier independent think-tank on international policy, engaging and in-depth issues on regional security, Indo-Pacific dynamics and emerging geopolitical challenges were deliberated.
The discussions provided valuable perspectives on India-Australia defence cooperation, multilateral security frameworks, and strategic convergence in the Indo Pacific, official added.
As part of the Defence Industry interface, Gen Anil Chauhan visited Advanced Navigation Systems and was given a detailed overview by Mark Le, Lead Executive Defence Indo-Pacific on cutting-edge technologies that enhance battlefield awareness, precision targeting and situational awareness in complex operational environments.
Potential areas for collaboration in defence technology and innovation under India's Make In India initiative were deliberated.
The visit also highlights opportunities for bilateral collaboration in maritime security, aerospace and next-generation defence systems.
CDS also visited the Force Command Headquarters to gain insights into Australia's operational command structure and discussed potential avenues for joint operations.
During his visit General Chauhan interacted with the Australian Fleet Commander and the Joint Operations Commander, official added.
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