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News: The 14th edition of the India–Thailand joint military exercise MAITREE-XIV began with a grand opening ceremony at the Joint Training Node (JTN) in Umroi, Meghalaya.
About Exercise MAITREE-XIV
- It is a military exercise between India and Thailand.
- Started in: Exercise MAITREE was instituted in 2006.
- Place: The 2025 edition will be held at Joint Training Node (JTN), Umroi, Meghalaya.
- The exercise is scheduled to take place from 1st to 14th September 2025.
- Aim: To enhance cooperation, interoperability, and mutual understanding between the Indian Army and the Royal Thai Army.
- Participating Contingents: The Indian Army is represented by a battalion of the Madras Regiment, comprising 120 personnel.
- The Royal Thai Army is represented by 53 personnel from the 1st Infantry Battalion, 14th Infantry Brigade.
- The joint exercise is centered on company-level counter-terrorist operations in semi-urban terrain, conducted under Chapter VII of the United Nations Charter.
Significance
- The 14th edition of Exercise MAITREE strengthens the bilateral defence cooperation between India and Thailand.
- It reflects the shared commitment of both armies towards promoting peace, stability, and security in the region.
