Rajnath Singh holds wide-ranging defence talks in Seoul, pushes strategic cooperation
Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh engaged in extensive discussions with South Korea's Defence Minister Ahn Gyu-back in Seoul, focusing on enhancing bilateral defence cooperation. The talks resulted in several Memoranda of Understanding aimed at deepening collaboration in various defence sectors, including cyber security and military exchanges. Singh emphasized the importance of innovation in future defence ecosystems, inviting South Korean firms to participate in India's indigenous defence initiatives.
- ▪Rajnath Singh held bilateral talks with South Korea's Defence Minister Ahn Gyu-back in Seoul.
- ▪Several MoUs were signed to enhance cooperation in defence, cyber security, and training exchanges.
- ▪Singh invited Korean firms to engage in India's Aatmanirbhar Bharat programme for indigenous defence manufacturing.
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Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh held comprehensive bilateral discussions with South Korea Minister of National Defence Ahn Gyu-back in Seoul on Wednesday (May 20, 2026), with both sides agreeing to expand defence cooperation across industry, maritime security, emerging technologies, logistics, and military exchanges.According to the Ministry of Defence, the two Ministers reviewed the entire spectrum of bilateral defence ties and reaffirmed their commitment to a free, open, inclusive and rules-based Indo-Pacific, highlighting the growing convergence between India’s Act East Policy and South Korea’s regional strategic vision.
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