The Ground Self-Defense Force and the Indian Army conducted their first joint exercise in Japan today in Shiga Prefecture.
Meanwhile, in Thailand, Asia's largest multilateral military exercise, in which the United States participates, has begun.
A movement to deepen cooperation through training and exercises.
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Ground Self-Defense Force and Indian Army Joint Exercise in Shiga Prefecture
The Ground Self-Defense Force and the Indian Army have been conducting joint training for the first time in Japan since the 17th of this month at the Aibano Exercise Area in Shiga Prefecture, and a part of it has been released to the press.
The training was conducted on the assumption that a terrorist organization was hiding in a building in an urban area, and members of both sides rushed into the building while confirming the safety of the surroundings and confirmed the procedure to ensure safety.
Joint training between the Ground Self-Defense Force and the Indian Army began in 2018, and until now, both were conducted in India, where the training environment is relatively well-equipped, such as where live ammunition can be used. It means that it will be held in
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Regarding this joint exercise, the Ground Self-Defense Force said, "The Indian Army has a great deal of experience against terrorism, and we would like to improve our tactical skills and further strengthen cooperation through the exercise."
Nearly 7,400 participants from 30 countries participate in the largest military exercise in Asia
On the other hand, Asia's largest military exercise "Cobra Gold", which started in Thailand, is held every year sponsored by the US and Thai forces, and this year, a total of 30 countries including Japan and Southeast Asian countries will participate. Nearly 7400 people are participating.
At the opening ceremony today at a Thai military base in eastern Thailand, U.S. Ambassador Robert Godek said, "Cobra Gold is a pillar of our commitment to the region, promoting common interests and promoting a free and open atmosphere. It is to secure the Indo-Pacific region,” he said, emphasizing its significance.
The exercise will continue until the 10th of next month, and in addition to the annual landing training from the sea, this year there will be a new training to respond to attacks in the space area, and satellites will be deployed in multiple countries. We are supposed to confirm the procedures for cooperation and protection.
The United States, which is leading the exercises, has shown a policy of further strengthening ties with Southeast Asian countries and Japan, bearing in mind China's growing influence in the Indo-Pacific region. It seems that there is an aim to further strengthen cooperation in the field.