On May 20, 2023, Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and South Korea's Minister of National Defence Ahn Gyu-back held extensive discussions in Seoul to bolster bilateral defence cooperation. They reviewed various facets of collaboration, including industry, production, and maritime security, aligning their efforts with the shared Indo-Pacific vision. Multiple Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) were signed, enhancing cooperation in Defence Cyber, military exchanges, and UN Peacekeeping. The ministers also discussed the India-Korea Defence Innovation Accelerator Ecosystem (KIND-X), aimed at fostering joint development and production initiatives. Singh emphasized India's growing defence industrial ecosystem, inviting Korean firms to engage with Indian industries to leverage mutual strengths. He noted that the future of defence will increasingly rely on innovation and integration of advanced technologies, including AI and cyber capabilities. Additionally, Singh highlighted India's commitment to self-reliance in defence manufacturing, projecting defence production to reach ₹1.75 lakh crore (approximately $21 billion USD) shortly. He concluded his visit by paying homage at the Korean War Cemetery, reinforcing India's solidarity with South Korea.