# India bilateral defence cooperation expansion

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/india-bilateral-defence-cooperation-expansion
> Updated: 2026-08-21T15:02:17.000Z. Sources: 15. Developments: 2.

India has engaged in multiple diplomatic efforts to expand its bilateral defence-industrial cooperation and research and development capabilities.

In August 2026, India and Armenia signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to enhance cooperation in defence research, development, innovation, and shared production. This agreement followed an official visit to Yerevan by Indian Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh, where discussions focused on deepening the strategic partnership and exploring military-technical engagement.

Concurrently, India and the United Kingdom held the 25th Defence Consultative Group meeting in New Delhi. The two nations agreed to strengthen research and development through the India-UK Vision 2035 and a 10-year Defence Industrial Roadmap. The discussions also emphasized expanding military-to-military engagement, including joint exercises and training, with a specific focus on maritime security in the Indo-Pacific.

## Claims

- India and the UK agreed to expand military exchanges through joint exercises, training, and capacity-building initiatives. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- The 25th India-UK Defence Consultative Group meeting focused on research and development under the India-UK Vision 2035 and the 10-year Defence Industrial Roadmap. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- Both nations acknowledged maritime security cooperation in the Indo-Pacific, including the Regional Maritime Security Centre of Excellence. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- A UK delegation led by Jeremy Pocklington visited the National Defence College in New Delhi to enhance senior leadership interactions. (single source)

## Timeline

### 2026-08-21: India and UK agree to expand military cooperation and R&D

India and the UK have agreed to deepen military cooperation, focusing on R&D, joint exercises, and maritime security in the Indo-Pacific during the 25th Defence Consultative Group meeting in New Delhi.

6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/india-and-uk-agree-to-expand-military-cooperation-and-rd

### 2026-08-17: India and Armenia sign defence industry cooperation MoU

India and Armenia signed an MoU to cooperate on defence research, development, and shared production during a high-level visit by Indian Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh to Yerevan.

10 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/indias-defence-secretary-visits-armenia-to-boost-strategic-ties

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