7th India-Japan Defence Policy Dialogue

• India and Japan have been working together to strengthen their defense and security cooperation.

• The latest development in this regard was the 7th India-Japan Defense Policy Dialogue, which was co-chaired by the defense secretaries of both countries on April 6, 2023.

• The primary aim of the India-Japan Defense Policy Dialogue is to enhance defense and security cooperation between the two countries. 

• This partnership aims to provide a secure and stable environment for the citizens of both countries and to maintain peace and stability in the region.

• India and Japan have signed five defense agreements to date. 

• The first agreement was signed in 2008.

•  The focus of these agreements is to enhance defense and security cooperation, joint exercises, and exchange of information between the two countries.