India's Defense Minister Rajnath Singh arrives for the 10th Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Defense Ministers Meeting - Plus in Jakarta, Indonesia.

India’s Defence Minister highlights the competition for influence in the Indian Ocean region

International power dynamics are increasingly evident in the Indian Ocean region, as stated by India’s Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Wednesday. He emphasized that maintaining a robust naval presence along this vital trade route is a top priority for the nation. Although Singh refrained from naming specific countries, experts suggest that China‘s extensive naval capabilities, boasting over 370 vessels, have raised security concerns for India, … Continue reading India’s Defence Minister highlights the competition for influence in the Indian Ocean region

Indian defense chief is set to commission a Russian-built frigate next month, according to reports

Indian Defense Minister Rajnath Singh is scheduled to visit Russia next month to officially commission a stealth frigate at a shipyard in Kaliningrad, as reported by media outlets in both countries on Tuesday, citing government sources. The three-day visit will commence on December 8 and will feature discussions with Singh’s Russian counterpart, Andrey Belousov, according to the TASS news agency. Following these talks, the Indian … Continue reading Indian defense chief is set to commission a Russian-built frigate next month, according to reports