NEW DELHI: For the first time, armies of India and Vietnam today began a six day-long military exercise in Jabalpur in Madhya Pradesh, reflecting growing defence ties between the two countries.
It is the first military exercise between the two countries, a senior army official said here. The exercise, christened ‘VINBAX’ will continue for six days.
India and Vietnam have been exploring ways to strengthen defence cooperation.
Vietnam’s Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc was here last week to participate in the India-ASEAN Commemorative summit and attend the Republic Day celebrations.
The issue of bolstering defence and security cooperation figured prominently during the bilateral talks Prime Minister Narendra Modi had with his Vietnamese counterpart. (AGENCIES)
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