India and Italy Strengthen Military Ties with New Cooperation Plan
India, Italy draw up a new drill plan as military ties tighten
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India and Italy have formalized their military collaboration with the signing of the Bilateral Military Cooperation Plan (MCP) 2026-27. The agreement, discussed between Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and Italian Defence Minister Guido Crosetto in New Delhi, aims to enhance military engagements and align defense initiatives between the two nations.
- 01India and Italy signed the Bilateral Military Cooperation Plan (MCP) 2026-27.
- 02The plan aims to enhance military engagements and cooperation between the armed forces.
- 03Discussions included aligning India's Atmanirbhar Bharat initiative with Italy's defense framework.
- 04The meeting addressed regional and global issues, particularly the situation in West Asia.
- 05This agreement marks a significant step in deepening defense ties between New Delhi and Rome.
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On Thursday, India and Italy exchanged the Bilateral Military Cooperation Plan (MCP) 2026-27 during a meeting between Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and Italian Defence Minister Guido Crosetto in New Delhi. This plan outlines a framework for enhanced military collaboration, including training exchanges and joint activities. Singh expressed satisfaction with the discussions, which also focused on aligning India's Atmanirbhar Bharat initiative with Italy's defense cooperation framework. The meeting also covered pressing regional and global issues, particularly the situation in West Asia, indicating a commitment to strengthening defense ties between the two nations. The MCP 2026-27 formalizes structured military-to-military cooperation, highlighting the growing partnership between New Delhi and Rome.
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The strengthened military ties between India and Italy could enhance defense capabilities and cooperation in the region, benefiting both nations' security frameworks.
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