Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 11:17am on 26 Sep 2023,Tuesday Defence
Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh reiterated India's commitment to a "free, open, inclusive, and rules-based Indo-Pacific" during the 13th Indo-Pacific Armies Chiefs’ Conference (IPACC) in New Delhi. This stance dislodges opposing China's attempts to create restrictive zones in the South China Sea. Singh emphasized the need for collective efforts to address security challenges and climate change. He highlighted India's "Act East Policy" and Prime Minister Modi's principles of engagement in the Indo-Pacific. The IPACC, along with related events, serves as a significant forum for land forces in the region, co-hosted by the Indian and United States armies.
