October 14, 2026 12:30 PM
India seeks open, inclusive Indo-Pacific, says Rajnath Singh at ASEAN-India defence forum
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Tuesday called for greater cooperation between India and ASEAN to promote peace, stability and security in the Indo-Pacific region. He stressed the importance of mutual trust, respect for sovereignty, adherence to international law and dialogue to address emerging security challenges. Addressing the first ASEAN-India Defence Think Tank Forum at the Manohar Parrikar Institute for Defence Studies and Analyses (MP-IDSA) in New Delhi, the Defence Minister said Indi...