8 April 2015

India, Thailand Seek Expanded Defense Ties

April 07, 2015

Indian National Security Adviser Ajit Doval, seen here with then-U.S. Secretary of Defense Chuck Hagel.

New Delhi and Bangkok are looking to enhance the defense realm of their relationship. 

Last week, Ajit Doval, the Indian national security adviser to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, paid a visit to Thailand and held meetings with several top officials. The trip was the latest sign that New Delhi and Bangkok are looking to deepen their defense ties.

On his trip, Doval reportedly met with several officials, including Prime Minister Prayuth Chan-o-cha, Foreign Minister Tanasak Patimapragorn, and Deputy Prime Minister and Defense Minister Prawith Wongsuwan. A wide range of issues were discussed, including defense production, sea lane safety, piracy, counterterrorism, and human trafficking.

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