The 21st edition of the India-US Military Cooperation Group (MCG) meeting was held from 5 to 6 November 2024 at the Manekshaw Centre in New Delhi. The meeting covered a wide range of topics, including capacity building, training exchanges, defence industrial cooperation, and the advancement of joint exercises aimed at enhancing preparedness for conventional and hybrid threats.
The meeting was co-chaired by Lieutenant General JP Mathew, Chief of Integrated Defence Staff, representing India, and Lieutenant General Joshua M. Rudd, Deputy Commander of the US Indo-Pacific Command, representing the US. Senior officials from both countries took the opportunity to review ongoing initiatives and explore new areas for cooperation.
Both sides emphasized the importance of the Indo-US defence partnership and committed to strengthening the strategic relationship through proactive engagement and enhanced interoperability. They also reaffirmed their commitment to expanding the scope of Indo-US military cooperation, with a shared understanding of the dynamic challenges facing the Indo-Pacific region.
The MCG is a key forum for advancing defence cooperation and fostering strategic and operational collaboration between the armed forces of both countries. The 21st MCG meeting marks a significant step forward in the shared objectives of India and the US to ensure regional and global security, counter emerging threats, and build mutual capabilities.
