India and Greece pledge enhanced defence and maritime cooperation

India and Greece have emphasized the necessity for regular exchanges between their armed forces and increased defence industrial collaboration. During high-level meetings in Athens, Indian Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh met with several Greek officials, including General Dimitrios Choupis, Chief of the Hellenic National Defence General Staff.

The discussions focused on strengthening strategic cooperation, military-to-military ties, and technical-level interactions. Both nations expressed a commitment to expanding defence cooperation through prioritized policy planning, joint staff talks, capacity building, and joint exercises.

Additionally, the two countries highlighted the importance of expanding maritime security cooperation and strengthening their strategic partnership within the maritime domain.