Defence & SecuritySkim2026-02-24

7th India-Japan Exercise Dharma Guardian 2026

What Happened

The 7th edition of the annual joint military exercise 'Dharma Guardian' began between the Indian Army and the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force at Chaubattia, Uttarakhand. The training focused on counter-terrorism and tactical operations in semi-urban terrain under a UN mandate.

Why It Matters

It strengthens the strategic partnership with Japan and improves interoperability for joint security challenges in the Indo-Pacific region.

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