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India Gazette
2 days ago
- Politics
- India Gazette
CDS General Anil Chauhan holds bilateral talks with Singapore counterpart, underscores defence cooperation
New Delhi [India], June 1 (ANI): Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Anil Chauhan held bilateral talks with Vice Admiral Aaron Beng, Chief of Defence Force of Singapore, reinforcing the strong and growing defence ties between the two nations. The discussions focused on enhancing military collaboration and interoperability to address evolving security challenges in the region, particularly in the backdrop of Operation Sindoor. In a post on X, the Headquarters of the Integrated Defence Staff wrote, 'General Anil Chauhan, Chief of Defence Staff #India holds bilateral talks with Vice Admiral Aaron Beng, Chief of Defence Force #Singapore, reinforcing defence ties between both nations. Discussions held on enhancing #MilitaryCollaboration and interoperability to address evolving security challenges in the region, in the backdrop of #OperationSindoor.' Both leaders reaffirmed their commitment to a stable, secure, and rules-based Indo-Pacific, further consolidating strategic cooperation between India and Singapore. 'Both leaders reaffirmed their commitment to a stable, secure and rules-based #IndoPacific, reinforcing strong defence ties between the two nations. A crucial step in deepening India-Singapore strategic cooperation!' the post added. Earlier in the day, General Chauhan participated in the Chiefs of Defence Round Table at the IISS Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore. At this event, global defence leaders from countries including Australia, the European Union, France, Germany, Indonesia, Japan, the Netherlands, New Zealand, the Philippines, Singapore, the UK, and the US discussed critical security challenges, emerging trends, and innovative solutions. The talks focused on strategic decision-making, sharing best practices, and fostering cooperation to promote stability and address evolving security concerns in the defence sector. While addressing the dialogue on 'Defence Innovation Solutions for Future Challenges', General Anil Chauhan, Chief of Defence Staff, highlighted the evolving geopolitical dynamics and rapid technological shifts that were redefining the nature of warfare, underscoring that the democratisation of technology has empowered non-state actors, fueling proxy wars and instability. CDS emphasised that Future Warfare will be shaped by four trends: the proliferation of sensors across all domains, long-range hypersonic and precision weapons, manned-unmanned teaming with autonomous systems, and the intelligentisation of the battlefield driven by AI, ML, LLMs, and quantum tech. General Anil Chauhan affirmed India's commitment to global peace & responsible innovation and commended the Shangri-La Dialogue as a critical forum for fostering dialogue and cooperation in the collective pursuit of global stability. (ANI)
Barnama
5 days ago
- Politics
- Barnama
FPDA Remains Relevant In Face Of Modern Security Challenges, Say Defence Chiefs
SINGAPORE, May 29 (Bernama) -- The Five Power Defence Arrangements (FPDA), formed 54 years ago by the United Kingdom, Australia, New Zealand, Malaysia and Singapore, remains relevant by adapting to contemporary security challenges, according to the member nations' defence chiefs on Thursday. In a joint statement, they said FPDA exercises have evolved to incorporate non-conventional elements such as maritime security, counter-terrorism, humanitarian assistance, and disaster relief, complementing the regular conduct of large-scale conventional serials. The statement was issued following the 23rd FPDA Defence Chiefs' Conference (FDCC), hosted by Singapore at a hotel here on Thursday. bootstrap slideshow Chaired by Singapore's Chief of Defence Force, Vice Admiral Aaron Beng, this year's conference included participation from his counterparts: Admiral David Johnston (Australia), General Datuk Mohd Nizam Jaffar (Malaysia), Air Marshal Tony Davies (New Zealand), and Admiral Sir Tony Radakin (United Kingdom). The FDCC, hosted alternately by Singapore and Malaysia, serves as the highest professional military forum of the FPDA and a key platform for dialogue and exchange of views among defence chiefs. The previous conference, held in 2023, was hosted by Malaysia. During this year's conference, the defence chiefs discussed the importance of keeping the FPDA relevant and acknowledged its ongoing contribution to regional peace and security. 'In line with this, the defence chiefs reaffirmed conventional exercises as the cornerstone of FPDA cooperation, enhancing interoperability among member nations' militaries and strengthening multilateral ties,' the statement said. They also reaffirmed their continued commitment to the FPDA and its founding principles, emphasising its enduring relevance in an ever-changing security landscape.
The Sun
5 days ago
- Politics
- The Sun
FPDA defence chiefs reaffirm pact's role in modern security
SINGAPORE: The Five Power Defence Arrangements (FPDA), formed 54 years ago by the United Kingdom, Australia, New Zealand, Malaysia and Singapore, remains relevant by adapting to contemporary security challenges, according to the member nations' defence chiefs on Thursday. In a joint statement, they said FPDA exercises have evolved to incorporate non-conventional elements such as maritime security, counter-terrorism, humanitarian assistance, and disaster relief, complementing the regular conduct of large-scale conventional serials. The statement was issued following the 23rd FPDA Defence Chiefs' Conference (FDCC), hosted by Singapore at a hotel here on Thursday. Chaired by Singapore's Chief of Defence Force, Vice Admiral Aaron Beng, this year's conference included participation from his counterparts: Admiral David Johnston (Australia), General Datuk Mohd Nizam Jaffar (Malaysia), Air Marshal Tony Davies (New Zealand), and Admiral Sir Tony Radakin (United Kingdom). The FDCC, hosted alternately by Singapore and Malaysia, serves as the highest professional military forum of the FPDA and a key platform for dialogue and exchange of views among defence chiefs. The previous conference, held in 2023, was hosted by Malaysia. During this year's conference, the defence chiefs discussed the importance of keeping the FPDA relevant and acknowledged its ongoing contribution to regional peace and security. 'In line with this, the defence chiefs reaffirmed conventional exercises as the cornerstone of FPDA cooperation, enhancing interoperability among member nations' militaries and strengthening multilateral ties,' the statement said. They also reaffirmed their continued commitment to the FPDA and its founding principles, emphasising its enduring relevance in an ever-changing security landscape. The defence chiefs said they look forward to Exercise BERSAMA LIMA 2025, which will feature high-end warfighting serials and next-generation assets such as Australia's F-35s and the United Kingdom's Carrier Strike Group. 'The inclusion of next-generation capabilities exemplifies the unity and strength of the FPDA and reaffirms the continued commitment of member nations to strengthening the operational value of FPDA exercises,' the statement added. At the conference, the defence chiefs also issued the FPDA Exercise Concept Directive 2025 and endorsed a five-year roadmap for the FPDA's advancement. The directive and roadmap will guide the development of FPDA exercises and initiatives, enhancing its capacity for both conventional and non-conventional operations. The defence chiefs also called on Singapore's Defence Minister Chan Chun Sing prior to the commencement of the FDCC.
The Sun
5 days ago
- Politics
- The Sun
FPDA remains relevant in face of modern security challenges, say defence chiefs
SINGAPORE: The Five Power Defence Arrangements (FPDA), formed 54 years ago by the United Kingdom, Australia, New Zealand, Malaysia and Singapore, remains relevant by adapting to contemporary security challenges, according to the member nations' defence chiefs on Thursday. In a joint statement, they said FPDA exercises have evolved to incorporate non-conventional elements such as maritime security, counter-terrorism, humanitarian assistance, and disaster relief, complementing the regular conduct of large-scale conventional serials. The statement was issued following the 23rd FPDA Defence Chiefs' Conference (FDCC), hosted by Singapore at a hotel here on Thursday. Chaired by Singapore's Chief of Defence Force, Vice Admiral Aaron Beng, this year's conference included participation from his counterparts: Admiral David Johnston (Australia), General Datuk Mohd Nizam Jaffar (Malaysia), Air Marshal Tony Davies (New Zealand), and Admiral Sir Tony Radakin (United Kingdom). The FDCC, hosted alternately by Singapore and Malaysia, serves as the highest professional military forum of the FPDA and a key platform for dialogue and exchange of views among defence chiefs. The previous conference, held in 2023, was hosted by Malaysia. During this year's conference, the defence chiefs discussed the importance of keeping the FPDA relevant and acknowledged its ongoing contribution to regional peace and security. 'In line with this, the defence chiefs reaffirmed conventional exercises as the cornerstone of FPDA cooperation, enhancing interoperability among member nations' militaries and strengthening multilateral ties,' the statement said. They also reaffirmed their continued commitment to the FPDA and its founding principles, emphasising its enduring relevance in an ever-changing security landscape. The defence chiefs said they look forward to Exercise BERSAMA LIMA 2025, which will feature high-end warfighting serials and next-generation assets such as Australia's F-35s and the United Kingdom's Carrier Strike Group. 'The inclusion of next-generation capabilities exemplifies the unity and strength of the FPDA and reaffirms the continued commitment of member nations to strengthening the operational value of FPDA exercises,' the statement added. At the conference, the defence chiefs also issued the FPDA Exercise Concept Directive 2025 and endorsed a five-year roadmap for the FPDA's advancement. The directive and roadmap will guide the development of FPDA exercises and initiatives, enhancing its capacity for both conventional and non-conventional operations. The defence chiefs also called on Singapore's Defence Minister Chan Chun Sing prior to the commencement of the FDCC.
South China Morning Post
6 days ago
- General
- South China Morning Post
Australian F-35s, UK carrier strike group to feature in Five Power Defence drills
Australia 's stealth fighter jets and a British aircraft carrier will take part in the major warfighting exercise of the Five Power Defence Arrangements (FPDA) later this year, defence chiefs from the five-nation pact said on Thursday, as the group aims to enhance its preparedness in an increasingly competitive region. Advertisement The annual Exercise Bersama Lima will showcase 'a range of high-end, war-fighting exercises' and involve 'advanced assets such as the F-35s from the Australian Air Force as well as the UK aircraft carrier,' said vice-admiral Aaron Beng, Singapore's defence chief, after chairing a conference of defence chiefs from the five countries. New Zealand , Established in 1971 following Britain's military withdrawal from east of the Suez Canal, the FPDA, the world's second-oldest military pact, comprises Australia, Malaysia Singapore , and the UK. Its original purpose was to help defend former colonies Malaysia and Singapore during a period of regional instability, and its members are obliged to consult each other in the event of an armed attack. Beng's Australian counterpart, Admiral David Johnston, called the F-35s a core capability of Australia's defence and welcomed opportunities for collaborative training to strengthen relationships. 'In part, some of the capabilities change, but it's equally important that the people who are the core of those capabilities continue to come into the region and be part of the training environment,' said Johnston. Advertisement Chief of the Defence Staff of the United Kingdom Admiral Tony Radakin said that the last time a UK aircraft carrier was involved in an FPDA exercise was in 1997.
