Defence Minister Rajnath Singh met US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth during the ASEAN Defence Ministers’ Meeting-Plus in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, where the two leaders discussed defence cooperation and regional security issues.
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India’s Defence Minister Rajnath Singh held bilateral talks with US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth on the sidelines of the ASEAN Defence Ministers’ Meeting-Plus (ADMM-Plus) in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
The meeting focused on strengthening defence cooperation, expanding military collaboration, and reviewing key regional and global security developments. Both leaders exchanged views on security challenges in the Indo-Pacific region and reaffirmed the importance of maintaining a free, open and secure maritime environment.
The interaction reflects the growing strategic partnership between India and the United States, with both countries continuing to deepen cooperation through joint military exercises, defence technology initiatives and regular high-level engagements.
Officials from both sides emphasized the importance of collaboration among like-minded nations to address emerging security challenges and promote regional stability.
Khabar365 Takeaway
The Rajnath Singh-Pete Hegseth meeting underscores the increasing importance of India-US defence relations. As strategic competition and security concerns continue to shape the Indo-Pacific, closer cooperation between New Delhi and Washington is expected to remain a key pillar of regional stability.