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Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam (Sanskrit: वसुधैव कुटुम्बकम्) or "The World Is One Family", or all living beings on the earth are a family has been the favourite theme of Prime Minster Shree Narendra Modi all along. The theme and the logo for India’s G20 Presidency is “Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam” or “One Earth-One Family-One Future.” The Bhagvad Gita, calls the Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam as the "Loftiest Vedantic Thought."
Overcoming security challenges in African countries requires a comprehensive approach that involves multiple stakeholders working together, with India playing an important role.
Second Africa-India joint military exercise will be a key element of India's diplomatic ties with African countries. As many as 24 African militaries will be represented by their contingents or teams of observers.
The inaugural event of the second edition of the Africa-India Field Training Exercise (AFINDEX 2023) began at the Foreign Training Node of the Indian Army located at Aundh Military Station in Pune on Tuesday (Mar 21). The 10-day exercise will focus on Humanitarian Mine Assistance and United Nations Peacekeeping Operations.
This unique field training exercise is attended by 100 participants.
The Idea Of Africa-India Militaries For Regional Unity (AMRUT)
The multinational military drill will promote the idea of Africa-India Militaries for Regional Unity (AMRUT) and will focus on incorporating the current dynamics of UN Peacekeeping Forces (UNPKF) through practical and comprehensive discussions and tactical exercises.
The collective effort will also focus on achieving the desired interoperability and cohesive operational ability of the troops from all participating nations, thus reducing the risk of life and property during peacekeeping operations.
Hosting Strategically Important India-Africa Army Chiefs Conclave On March 28 And 29
India has been one of the biggest contributors of troops to UN Peacekeeping Operations all over the world and the country’s Army is considered to be among expert agencies in the world in mine removal operations.
Some war-torn countries in Africa face the problem of landmines and Unexploded Ordnance, often referred to as UXO. The joint exercise with India will benefit the participating countries greatly. The exercise is also being looked at as a key element of India’s diplomatic ties with African countries.
In addition, Pune will also host the strategically significant India-Africa Army Chiefs Conclave, on March 28 and 29. The conclave will include talks by renowned speakers on India-Africa Defence partnership, the Indian defence industry’s potential and contribution towards regional security.
Showcasing Indian Defence Industry
The participating nations will also be give an exposure to the Indian Defence Industry and the ongoing impetus under various mechanism like “Make in India” & “Aatmnirbhar Bharat”. Visit and interaction with various Defence production / Industries and African representatives is also planned during the conclave. Hon’ble Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh will be the Chief guest for the occasion and will be addressing the conclave.
In view of the challenging global orders and evolving new security challenges, the conclave will provide an opportunity to all participating nations to come together to address these challenges in an institutionalized manner thus enhancing regional cooperation.
Defence, Strategic Ties With The African Continent Is Crucial
The defence and strategic ties with the African continent is crucial amid China's growing attempt to expand its footprint in the continent in the last few years,giving them loans which they cant repay.
India has taken several steps to engage with African countries in the recent past. The first trilateral naval exercise took place with Tanzania and Mozambique in 2022 in Tanzania. "The objective was to focus on expanding India’s defence partnership with the African nations. It is crucial for maritime security, eradicating and combating piracy in the Indian Ocean Region (IOR). Also, the Indian Army has been contributing substantially to the United Nations Peacekeeping Operations in the African region and has also been engaged in the capacity building and training of the military personnel. Keeping all these factors into account, the upcoming exercise holds numerous significance for the forces.
https://www.newsbharati.com/Encyc/2023/3/22/Learning-from-the-African-experience.html
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