Source – This post is based on the article “VINBAX-2023: INDIAN ARMED FORCES CONTINGENT REACHES HANOI FOR JOINT MILITARY EXERCISE” published in “PIB” on 11th December 2023.
Why in the News?
The Indian Armed Forces contingent arrived in Hanoi, Vietnam for the fourth edition of Joint Military Exercise VINBAX-2023.
What is Exercise VINBAX?
| Specification | Details |
| What is it? | It’s an annual training event held alternately in India and Vietnam. |
| Participating Nations | India and Vietnam |
| Type | Military Exercise |
| Started in | 2018 (First edition-Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh) |
| Aim | To enhance collaboration, promote interoperability, and share best practices under Chapter VII of the United Nations Charter on Peacekeeping Operations. |
What are the key features of 2023 edition of Exercise VINBAX?
1) The joint exercise promotes idea exchange and collaborative rehearsal of tactics, techniques, and procedures.
2)They will perform technical military operations aligned with scenarios resembling global deployment of United Nations’ contingents.
3) This joint effort enhances understanding, interoperability, and strengthens defense cooperation between the friendly armies.
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