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India-Italy Military Cooperation Group Meeting Strengthens Bilateral Defence Ties

Rome: The 13th edition of the India-Italy Military Cooperation Group (MCG) meeting was successfully conducted from March 20-21, 2025, in Rome, Italy. The meeting was co-chaired by the Deputy Assistant Chief of Integrated Defence Staff IDC (A) from Headquarters Integrated Defence Staff (HQ IDS), representing India, and the Deputy Head of the Strategic Direction and Military Cooperation Division of the Italian Defence General Staff, representing Italy.

Discussions at the meeting focused on expanding bilateral military cooperation and identifying new avenues for collaboration. Key agenda points included enhanced exchange programs, capability development efforts, and strengthening operational collaboration between the armed forces of India and Italy. The meeting also reviewed ongoing defence engagements, assessing their progress and exploring ways to optimize future interactions.

The Military Cooperation Group (MCG) serves as a key institutional mechanism for bolstering defence cooperation between the two nations. It aims to foster stronger military-to-military engagements and strategic collaboration, reinforcing the shared commitment of India and Italy to regional and global security. The successful conclusion of the 13th MCG meeting marks another step forward in deepening defence ties and exploring new dimensions of bilateral military partnership.

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