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'Comprehensive and fruitful': Rajnath on talks with US Defense Secretary

'Comprehensive and fruitful': Rajnath on talks with US Defense Secretary
Written by Ramya Patelkhana
Mar 20, 2021, 07:50 pm 3 min read
'Comprehensive and fruitful': Rajnath on talks with US Defense Secretary
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Defense Minister Rajnath Singh, who held talks with the visiting US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin in Delhi on Saturday, said the talks "were very comprehensive and fruitful." Both countries focused on expanding their military engagement, said a joint statement by Singh and his American counterpart. The subjects discussed during their meeting included defense cooperation, mutual logistical support, and information-sharing in emerging areas. Here's more.

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Singh, Austin reviewed several bilateral and multilateral exercises

Singh and Austin reviewed several bilateral and multilateral exercises and also agreed to increase cooperation between the Indian military and the US Indo-Pacific Command, Central Command, and Africa Command. The talks also focused on steps for implementing bilateral defense pacts like Logistics Exchange Memorandum of Agreement (LEMOA), Communications Compatibility and Security Agreement (COMCASA), and Basic Exchange and Cooperation Agreement (BECA).

Defense pacts
What are LEMOA, COMCASA, and BECA?

While LEMOA—an India-specific version of a deal that the US inked with several close nations—allows both sides to utilize each other's military bases for repairs and replenishment of supplies, COMCASA provides for the interoperability between the two sides via the transfer of communication security equipment from the US to India. Meanwhile, through BECA, India will gain real-time access to America's geospatial intelligence.

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'Determined to realize full potential of comprehensive global strategic partnership'

"We focused on expanding military-to-military engagement...We're determined to realize the full potential of comprehensive global strategic partnership," said Singh. He added India also invited the US defense industry to take advantage of the country's liberalized foreign direct investment (FDI) policies in the defense sector.

Statement
Steps to realize full potential of three bilateral defense pacts

"We reviewed the wide gamut of bilateral and multilateral exercises and agreed to pursue enhanced cooperation with the US Indo-Pacific Command, Central Command, and Africa Command," stated Singh. "Acknowledging that we have in place the foundational agreements, LEMOA, COMCASA, and BECA, we discussed steps to be taken to realize their full potential for mutual benefit," the Defense Minister said.

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India-US partnership 'central pillar' of America's Indo-Pacific policy: Austin

Meanwhile, US Defense Secretary Austin called the India-US partnership a "central pillar" of the US's Indo-Pacific policy. He also conveyed the Biden-Harris administration's message of America's strong commitment to its "allies and partners." Earlier on Saturday, he paid tributes at the National War Memorial. He also met PM Narendra Modi and National Security Advisor Ajit Doval after his arrival in Delhi on Friday.

Statement
Reaffirm commitment to comprehensive, forward-looking defense partnership: US Defense Secretary

"We discussed opportunities to elevate the US-India Major Defense Partnership...a priority of the Biden-Harris Administration...through regional security cooperation, military-to-military interactions, and defense trade," Austin said. "India, in particular, is an increasingly important partner among today's rapidly shifting international dynamics. I reaffirm our commitment to a comprehensive and forward-looking defense partnership with India as a central pillar to our approach to the region," he added.

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Austin is on a three-day visit to India

To note, Austin is on a three-day trip to India, which is the third destination in his three-nation tour. He had visited Japan and South Korea before reaching India. Also, this is his first international trip after being appointed as the US Defense Secretary back on January 22 as part of US President Joe Biden and Vice-President Kamala Harris's administration.

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Ramya Patelkhana is a senior editor at NewsBytes. She has nearly seven years of experience in digital journalism and has previously worked with India News and Authint Media. She has a Bachelor's degree in Journalism and Mass Communication from the IK Gujral Punjab Technical University, Kapurthala, and an advanced diploma in Media Studies from IPW, New Delhi.
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